Groundskeeper: Outdoor Grounds Maintenance & Care

ISU Research Park; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ISU Research Park is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the company grounds around Des Moines, IA. The role covers mowing, edging, litter removal, pruning, and minor repairs to facilities and equipment.

The position requires basic lawn care knowledge and physical stamina to work outdoors in varying weather. Prior related experience helps, but training is provided on-site where needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; up to 3 months of related experience or training.
• Ability to perform essential duties and follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls.
• Clean grounds and remove litter.
• Rake and bag or burn leaves.
• Spray lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and growth; remove damaged leaves and branches.
• Repair fences, gates, walls, and walks.
• Make minor repairs to and maintain building areas and equipment.
• Assist offices with moving and storage of documents and equipment.
• Sharpen tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Groundskeeping basics

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn mower

Pruning shears

Leaf blower

Job description

ISU Research Park is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the company grounds around Des Moines, IA. The role covers mowing, edging, litter removal, pruning, and minor repairs to facilities and equipment.

The position requires basic lawn care knowledge and physical stamina to work outdoors in varying weather. Prior related experience helps, but training is provided on-site where needed.