Groundskeeper II

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid tuition benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Stable year-round employment

Job summary

Lindenwood University is seeking a Groundskeeper II responsible for maintaining campus landscapes and ensuring a clean and visually appealing environment. This role involves tasks like mowing, pruning, and seasonal preparation of vegetation, as well as operating specialized equipment such as tractors and loaders.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and prior experience in the groundskeeping industry. Comprehensive benefits and tuition discounts are included.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating groundskeeping equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety standards for pesticide application is required.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus landscapes by mowing, pruning, and planting.
• Ensure cleanliness of campus grounds by removing debris.
• Treat vegetation for pests and weeds adhering to safety standards.
• Operate and maintain specialized groundskeeping equipment.
• Instruct other staff on proper use of tools and materials.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to operate equipment

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Skid steer loaders

Tractors

Backhoes

Front-end loaders

Dump trucks

Aerial lift trucks

Job description

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Benefits of Being a Lindenwood Employee

• Upon hire, employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s(employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs(employee and spouse only).
• Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).
• Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance, disability insurance, and retirement options.
• Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day,Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break(Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1).
• Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free mealon Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman DiningHall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included.
• Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy .

Job Title Summary

Job Title: Groundskeeper II

Division: Fiscal Affairs

Evaluation Group: Staff

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Reports To: Director, Groundskeeping

Positions Supervised: N/A

Job Perks

• Stable year‑round employment
• Predictable schedule
• Campus community atmosphere
• Tuition benefits for employees/dependents
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Typical hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM during winter and 6:00 AM–2:30 PM during the summer
• And much more!

Job Summary

The groundskeeper II maintains campus landscapes to ensure a clean,healthy, and visually appealing environment. Responsibilitiesinclude mowing, pruning, planting, and seasonal preparation ofvegetation, as well as treating areas for pests and weeds whileadhering to safety standards. This role involves operating andmaintaining specialized equipment like tractors, loaders, and lifttrucks and performing minor repairs as needed. Additionally, thegroundskeeper II may instruct other staff on the proper use ofpesticides and materials to ensure consistent quality across campusgrounds.

Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Job Responsibilities and Execution

• Manages and maintains campus vegetation by mowing; pruning, trimming, and staking trees and shrubs; and detailing flowerbedsand other landscape elements
• Maintains the cleanliness of campus grounds by removing trash,debris, and other refuse
• Prepares grounds for seasonal climate changes by pruningtrees/bushes and distributing fertilizer
• Adheres to strict safety standards and practices
• Treats vegetation for insects and removes weeds usingpesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals
• Excavates holes and trenches for installation of lights,sprinklers, and other equipment
• Removes debris from mulched areas and flowerbeds
• Plants seeds, bulbs, flowers, shrubs, trees, and othervegetation in designated areas
• Repairs and adjusts tools, machinery, and equipment
• Operates various equipment including skid steer loaders, tractors, backhoes, front‑end loaders, dump trucks, and aerial lifttrucks
• Acquires and stores pesticide solutions; mixes or dilutesspecified chemicals or materials according to directions andapplies them at the recommended rate
• Instructs groundskeepers, as required, in applying sprays,dusts, and other materials

Service Excellence

• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassadorof the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values
• Responds to needs of customers in a timely and courteouslymanner
• Anticipates Anticipates customer needs and respondaccordingly
• Responds to customers
• Establishes and maintains appropriate and effectiverelationships with customers

Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration

• Assists with special events, including setup, event security,and cleanup
• Builds and maintains constructive work relationship withco-workers, supervisors and customers
• Cooperates with others toward achievement of common goals

Job may require other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Prior experience operating equipment including skid steer loaders, tractors, backhoes, front‑end loaders, dump trucks, and aerial lift trucks
• Demonstrated experience in the grounds industry, includingconsiderable knowledge of common practices and related tools, equipment, and materials

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals fromdiverse communities and cultures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to execute multiple tasks according tospecifications
• Strong professional integrity and ability to maintain strictconfidentiality
• Ability to use good judgment and think critically

Work Environment

Environmental or atmospheric conditionscommonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions. Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.

• Campus grounds
• Exposure to all types of weather and extreme temperatures
• Fully On‑Ground

Physical Abilities

• Ability to traverse in all weather conditions
• Ability to squat and reach
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. TheUniversity complies with appropriate federal, state, and local lawsand provides equal employment opportunities and access toeducational programs without regard to race, color, religion,gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to allqualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University iscommitted to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated toproviding a positive discrimination-free educational workenvironment.