Groundskeeper

MICDS; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established leader in independent education is seeking a dedicated groundskeeper to maintain the beauty and functionality of the outdoor campus. In this role, you will perform essential tasks such as planting, mowing, and operating various landscaping equipment. This position offers a chance to work outdoors and contribute to a vibrant educational environment. With a focus on teamwork and safety, you will ensure that the campus remains a welcoming space for students and staff alike. If you enjoy physical work and take pride in maintaining outdoor spaces, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Paid leaves

Access to fitness center

Free lunch

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance activities including planting, watering, and mowing.
• Operate hand and power equipment for landscaping tasks.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Ability to operate hand and power equipment

Physical stamina

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Tillers

Snow blowers

Tractors

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MICDS has a rich and distinctive history spanning more than 150 years. A leader in independent education, MICDS is a college-prep, coeducational school for grades JK-12. Our mission is to help students discover their unique talents, preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as engaged citizens in our ever-changing world.

MICDS offers employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) retirement plan where the School contributes 8% of salary with an employee’s 3% contribution; medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and long term care insurance; life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurances; tuition benefit; paid leaves; access to a fitness center; and free lunch.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Grounds, the groundskeeper performs a variety of tasks necessary to achieve a pleasant and functional outdoor campus. Also maintains and repairs all landscaping and grounds equipment.

Essential Functions

• Performs grounds maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, fertilizing, weeding, mowing and/or pruning lawn, gardens, shrubs and trees.
• Assists with the maintenance of outdoor fields and athletic facilities to include marking out boundaries before events.
• Plants shrubs, trees, flowers, and vegetation following detailed plans and directions.
• Removes dirt, trash and debris from assigned areas and transports same to appropriate disposal facility.
• Performs removal of snow and ice from assigned areas using hand and power snow removal equipment. Spreads salt, sand, and deicers to prevent slipping.
• Operates hand and power equipment such as mowers, tillers, sweepers, snow blowers, edgers, shovels, and small vehicles including tractors. Performs routine assembly, cleaning and maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Measures, mixes, and applies fertilizer, herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals following specific instructions.
• Ability to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting; to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Mandatory overtime required during inclement weather or for special events.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Follows workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the School's discretion.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform work in, on, around, under and over trees, shrubs, and buildings and facilities.
• High level of self-motivation and proven ability to work with little supervision.
• Ability to work additional hours when needed.

Other Information

• A criminal history and background check is required and must be successfully completed.
• A motor vehicle record check will be performed to determine the ability to drive school-owned vehicles.
• Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, and toxic/poisonous agents.
• Works in varied and extreme weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.