Lawn & Grounds Technician - Equipment & Maintenance

Mississippi State University; Starkville, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking a Grounds Maintenance role for FWRC facilities (Forest Products Complex, Acorn Building, Blackjack, Dorman Lake) responsible for seasonal mowing and grounds upkeep, plus support for the Forest Operations shop including motor pool repair, equipment operation, light construction and maintenance, and special projects from the Dean’s Office; reports to the Grounds, Maintenance, and Equipment Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain a Certified Pesticide Applicators Certificate within 90 days or complete worker/handler training.

Responsibilities

• Provide seasonal grass-cutting for FWRC facilities and supervise student workers.
• Maintain lawncare schedule and operate mowers, trimmers, edger, blower, and related equipment.
• Operate farm equipment to remove trees, clip roadsides and ditches.
• Maintain upkeep and maintenance of lawncare equipment; source parts as needed.
• May build sheds, lean-to’s, fences, decks or other structures.
• Assist in landscape plan implementation and adjustments to comply with FWRC/MSU requirements.
• Assist Forest Operations with vehicle fleet management.

Skills

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Agricultural knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Lawncare equipment (mowers, trimmers, edger, blower)

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking a Grounds Maintenance role for FWRC facilities (Forest Products Complex, Acorn Building, Blackjack, Dorman Lake) responsible for seasonal mowing and grounds upkeep, plus support for the Forest Operations shop including motor pool repair, equipment operation, light construction and maintenance, and special projects from the Dean’s Office; reports to the Grounds, Maintenance, and Equipment Coordinator.