Landscaper (Part Time)

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Landscaper for a part-time role focused on the upkeep of beautiful landscaping at a renowned zoo and aquarium. In this engaging position, you will be responsible for maintaining various horticultural areas, performing turf management, and leading volunteer projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with gas-powered equipment and a passion for outdoor work. Join a team that values creativity and teamwork while contributing to a vibrant environment that delights visitors and enhances the natural beauty of the zoo and aquarium.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in landscape maintenance or grounds keeping preferred.
• Knowledge of gas powered lawn and horticultural equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaping and horticultural areas, including planting and turf management.
• Assist with greenhouse maintenance and tropical plant collection.

Skills

Landscape Maintenance

Turf Management

Irrigation Systems

Gas Powered Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Ground and Turf/Horticulture Certification

Tools

Lawn Mower

Line Trimmer

Backpack Blower

Chainsaw

Edger

Job description

LANDSCAPER (PART TIME)

DEPARTMENT

Horticulture

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Horticulture Manager

DIRECT REPORTS

N/A

STARTING PAY

$17.00/Hour

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, the Landscaper is responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of the Zoo & Aquarium’s landscaping, horticultural areas, and irrigation.

This is a part time position that will work about 20 hours per week.

POSITION DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Duties

Percentage

80%

Assists with maintenance of a working greenhouse and tropical plant collection.

20%

Maintains Zoo & Aquarium’s landscaping and horticultural areas, including: Installing all types of plant material. Maintaining perennial and annual plantings. Performing turf management, which includes the use of equipment such as a mower, line trimmer, and backpack blower. Weeding, mulching, trimming, leaf clean-up, and general landscape preparation/maintenance. Irrigation and supplementary watering. Hauling herbivore animal waste trailers and assisting with the maintenance of the compost pad. Snow removal. Leading volunteer projects.

*This position may at times be requested to perform other duties or special projects as assigned, which are in the best interest of the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. Duty percentages are an approximation and may vary based on department needs.

*All employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily and, upon request, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. EDUCATION & FORMAL TRAINING:
   1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
   2. Ground and turf/horticulture certification preferred.
2. EXPERIENCE:
   1. 1-3 years’ experience in landscape maintenance or grounds keeping preferred.
   2. Knowledge of and experience using gas powered lawn and horticultural equipment.
3. OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
   1. Must have valid driver’s license.
   2. Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance. Assistance depending upon task or role.
   3. Must be able to operate gas powered equipment, such as line trimmers, lawn mowers, backpack blowers, chainsaw and edgers.
   4. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
   5. Must pass a background and drug screening.