Position: Temporary Groundskeeper (Seasonal Assignment)
Assignment Dates: May 4 – August 28
Schedule: 28 hours per week
Job Summary
This is a temporary, seasonal position supporting grounds maintenance during the summer months The groundskeeper is responsible for managing the landscaping requirements of assigned areas by keeping the grounds clean of trash, debris, and anything else that could upset an otherwise orderly condition.
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 flowerbeds and other landscape elements
Maintains the cleanliness of campus grounds by removing trash, debris, and other refuse
Prepares grounds for seasonal climate changes by pruning trees/bushes and distributing fertilizer
Adheres to strict safety standards and practices
Treats vegetation for insects and removes weeds using pesticides, 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 other vegetation in designated areas
Repairs and adjusts tools, machinery, and equipment
Service Excellence
Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of 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 courteously manner
Anticipates Responds to costomer Establishes and maintains appropriate and effective relationships with customers
Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration
Assists with special events, including setup, event security, and cleanup
Cooperates with others towards achievement of common goals
Builds and maintains constructive work relationship with co-workers, supervisors and customers
Job may require other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license
Demonstrated experience in the grounds industry, including considerable knowledge of common practices and related tools, equipment, and materials
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to execute multiple tasks according to specifications
Strong professional integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to use good judgment and think critically
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly 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 – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.