Groundskeeper

Kansas City University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and care for university grounds and vehicles, including mowing, trimming, planting, snow removal, and assisting with events.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate various grounds equipment. Experience is preferred, and flexibility for seasonal hours is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge typically obtained through a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding information necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• One year of experience in groundskeeping preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must be capable of operating and maintaining a variety of equipment used on grounds - including snow removal equipment.
• Willing and available to work alternative hours as needed for season or special events.
• Requires the ability to bend, stoop, and lift 120 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the campus creates a favorable impression
• Prepares grounds for assigned activities
• Makes sure plants are free of disease and insects, applying chemicals as needed
• Keeps the ground clear of debris
• Ensures grounds are clear and safe during inclement weather
• Monitors equipment for optimal performance, reporting malfunctions, breakages to the supervisor
• Maintains KCU vehicles, washing cars, delivering cars for minor preventive maintenance services, taking vehicle in for repairs, performing detail cleaning
• Helps with office and department moves
• Assists with special events
• Occasional driver responsibility of university van between campuses in Kansas City and Joplin, local and out of town meetings and events
• Contributes to the team effort by performing related duties as needed or assigned

Skills

English communication

Groundskeeping

Vehicle maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Groundskeeper maintains and cares for University grounds and vehicles by mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers and shrubs, removing snow, maintaining KCU vehicles, and assisting with special events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures the campus creates a favorable impression
• Prepares grounds for assigned activities
• Makes sure plants are free of disease and insects, applying chemicals as needed
• Keeps the ground clear of debris
• Ensures grounds are clear and safe during inclement weather
• Monitors equipment for optimal performance, reporting malfunctions, breakages to the supervisor
• Maintains KCU vehicles, washing cars, delivering cars for minor preventive maintenance services, taking vehicle in for repairs, performing detail cleaning
• Helps with office and department moves
• Assists with special events
• Occasional driver responsibility of university van between campuses in Kansas City and Joplin, local and out of town meetings and events
• Contributes to the team effort by performing related duties as needed or assigned

Qualifications

• Knowledge typically obtained through a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding information necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• One year of experience in groundskeeping preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must be capable of operating and maintaining a variety of equipment used on grounds - including snow removal equipment.
• Willing and available to work alternative hours as needed for season or special events.
• Requires the ability to bend, stoop, and lift 120 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.

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Thank you for your interest in a career at KCU!

Kansas City University

Kansas City University, founded in 1916, is a fully accredited, private not-for-profit health sciences university, and the fifth-oldest osteopathic medical school in the nation.

KCU’s Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Biosciences and Dental Medicine offer graduate degree programs in osteopathic medicine, clinical psychology, biomedical sciences and dental medicine, as well as multiple dual-degree opportunities.

To learn more about KCU, our colleges and academic programs, visit kansascity.edu.