Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper Reports to: Grounds Manager FLSA: Full Time (Non-Exempt) Position Summary: This is a year-round position for individuals who love to work outdoors, perform landscaping tasks, or have a strong desire to learn/improve their landscaping skills. Groundskeepers will be responsible for keeping all outdoor areas of our campus clean, beautiful, and safe for our guests and co-workers.

Duties & Responsibilities: Keeping campus free from litter Cleaning spills from walkways Maintaining water features Fall/Spring landscape cleanups Operating power equipment such as blowers, string trimmers, and chainsaws Mowing grass with push mower, riding mower/0 turn mower Trimming and edging turf grass areas Planting and maintaining ornamental plants Planting and maintaining trees Landscaping/hardscaping new and existing areas Applying pesticides including herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides Applying plant fertilizers Perform repairs and maintenance to outdoor structures including walking paths, nature trails, fences, and some minor repairs to building exteriors.

Safe and cautious operation of a Gator Utility Vehicle Help with snow removal in winter Assist with campus wide events such as concerts, Apple Fest, Octoberfest, etc. Job Requirements: 1-2 years of landscaping experience preferred, but not required. Must have a desire to work outdoors, year-round. Must be self-motivated, trustworthy, conscientious, and work well alone/unassisted or with limited supervision and as well as part of a team unit.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to safely lift and carry equipment and loads frequently exceeding 50 pounds.