Landscaper

Wichita State University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas, is hiring a full-time Landscaper to maintain grounds, plant trees and shrubs, apply pest control materials per regulations, and remove snow from pedestrian and vehicle areas.

The role involves outdoor work, operating lawn and snow equipment, and collaborating with a supportive Facilities Services team. The position offers a robust benefits package and a weekday schedule, with pay starting at $16.00 per hour and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic regulations and practices in care, maintenance and safe operation of equipment.
• Knowledge of operation of motor equipment to detect abnormal operation.
• Ability to operate light to heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Maintains University grounds by planting shrubs/trees/flowers, pruning, removing debris, raking leaves and mowing lawns.
• Waters trees, shrubs and lawns; performs irrigation activities and sprays for weeds/insects.
• Shovels snow/ice; installs/removes outdoor signs, parking and traffic barriers and overhead banners.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Verbal and written communication

Outdoor endurance

Job description

• Department: Facilities Services
• Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
• Hire Type: Full Time
• Pay: Starting at $16.00 and commensurate with experience
• Work Schedule: 6:45 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday
• Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Job Story

Do you enjoy working outside? This Landscaper position provides opportunities to work outdoors as a member of a supportive team and have daily duties that vary according to University need. This position also comes with a robust benefits package (effective on your first day) and generous paid time off.

Job Summary

Maintains University grounds in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe and healthy condition. Performs grounds work that includes seeding, mowing, trimming, raking, and planting flowers, trees and shrubs. Mixes and applies pest control materials in accordance with local and federal regulations. Removes snow from pedestrian and vehicle areas.

Essential Functions

Performs landscaping care needs: plants shrubs, trees and flowers; prunes trees and shrubs; removes debris from stairs and walks; rakes leaves and mows lawns. Waters trees, shrubs and lawns and performs irrigation activities. Sprays for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals as required. Shovels and removes snow and ice from designated areas such as roofs, sidewalks and entryways as required. Installs and removes outdoor signs, parking and traffic control barriers and overhead banners as required. May operate large power lawn mowers, edgers, snow blowers, and hand tools.

Required Education And Experience

None

Required License/Certifications/Training

None

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of traffic regulations and the practices followed in the care, routine maintenance and safe operation of equipment used.
• Knowledge of operation of motor equipment sufficient to detect abnormal operation.
• Knowledge of work related agency operations, safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to operate light to heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor in projects related to the operation of motorized equipment and to the erection of signs, snow fences and guard rails.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Physical Requirements

Ability to position self to maintain landscape, grounds, equipment and designated items. Frequent 60-90%. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job, including dexterity in instrument manipulation. Frequent 60-90%. Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. Frequent 60-90%. Ability to drive state vehicle. Rare 0-30%. Ability to remove snow and ice from designated areas. Rare 0-30%.

Additional Physical Requirement

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force to constantly move objects.