Groundskeeper

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park; Lampe (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store/Attraction discounts

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park in Missouri is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain safety and appearance of the park, including lawns, trails, ponds, and structures. The role covers mowing, edging, planting, pruning, litter removal, and basic repairs.

You should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months related experience; preferred experience with gas-powered tools. This full-time position offers employee discounts, medical benefits, PTO, and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to operate basic groundskeeping tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mow, edge, and maintain walkways, beds, and turf.
• Maintain and clean park features including dams, water crossings, and bridges.
• Perform landscaping tasks such as planting, pruning, weeding, and mulching.
• Assist with snow/ice removal and safety inspections.
• Repair walkways and perform pressure washing as needed.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides as trained.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Gas-powered tools

Job description

Job Summary: Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is currently seeking a GROUNDSKEEPER to join the team! This team is responsible for maintaining the overall safety and appearance of the park. This individual will perform the maintenance and upkeep of all grounds including plants, trees, lawn areas, parking lot, drives, walkways, trails, ponds, water crossings, dams, irrigation systems, snow and ice removal, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Sweep or blow pathways, water crossings and roads.
• Mow turf using a push mower and or a riding mower.
• String trim and edge around walks, flower beds, bridges, rock walls and other.
• Perform landscape tasks like planting, pruning, weeding, raking, and mulching as needed.
• Clean dams and water crossings of leaves, moss, algae, and debris.
• Cut and remove dead or hazardous trees and limbs.
• Removal of snow and ice, spreading of sand and ice melt.
• Repair of walkways, trails, drives and parking areas.
• Pressure wash bridges, patios and walkways.
• Ability to apply fertilizer and pesticides.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Acquire a working knowledge of Dogwood Canyon Nature Park and Wonders of Wildlife Museum

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required: A high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and 6 months related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: experience with gas powered hand tools like string trimmers, backpack blowers, edgers, pressure washers, hedge trimmers, push mowers, zero turn mowers and riding mowers.

Physical Requirements

• Have the ability to respond appropriately to guest questions as required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions and natural areas.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Perform other duties as required.

Full Time

We offer the following benefits by joining our team:

• Store/Attraction employee discounts
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Company Paid Life Insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Other: This position profile provides an overview of typical job functions. This position may change without notice. This job description should not be construed as a job offer.