Campus Grounds & Landscaping Technician

Missouri Southern State University; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Southern State University is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus lawns, plant beds, and landscape features. The role involves operating riding mowers, tractors, and other landscape equipment, plus snow and ice removal to ensure safe, accessible grounds year-round.

The position also covers pruning and caring for trees and shrubs, litter pickup, and minor repairs as part of a broader facilities team. A high school diploma or GED and a valid drivers license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Six months experience in grounds keeping or landscaping preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, edge, and maintain campus lawns.
• Operate and maintain landscape equipment.
• Assist with snow and ice removal and related safety tasks.
• Plant, prune, water, and mulch trees and shrubs.
• Picks up litter and maintains cleanliness of campus grounds.
• Perform minor repairs and assist with event support.
• Follow university procedures and safety guidelines.

Skills

Reading manuals

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Riding mowers

Backhoe

Tractors

Edgers

Job description

Missouri Southern State University is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus lawns, plant beds, and landscape features. The role involves operating riding mowers, tractors, and other landscape equipment, plus snow and ice removal to ensure safe, accessible grounds year-round.

The position also covers pruning and caring for trees and shrubs, litter pickup, and minor repairs as part of a broader facilities team. A high school diploma or GED and a valid drivers license are required.