Groundskeeper, Student Employee

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Job Title: Groundskeeper, Student Employee

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 15

Job Week Assignment: 52

Rate of Pay: $15.00 per hour

Work Cycle: July 1st through June 30th

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

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.

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 and 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

• 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
• Manages and maintains campus vegetation
• Maintains the cleanliness of campus grounds by removing trash, debris and other refuse
• Assists with special event set-up, security and clean-up
• Provides repairs and minor adjustments to machinery and equipment
• Maintains all tools and equipment
• Performs seasonal management to prepare the grounds by performing tasks that include trimming trees and bushes, removing moss and fertilizing
• Adheres strictly to safety standards and practices
• Prunes, trims and stakes trees, shrubs and other vegetation
• Treats vegetation for insects and uses pesticides, fertilizers and other appropriate chemicals to remove weeds
• Excavates holes and trenches for lights, sprinklers and other equipment
• Removes weeds and other debris from mulched areas and flowerbeds
• Plants seeds, bulbs, flowers, shrubs, trees and other vegetation in designated areas

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.

• Good academic and financial standing with the university
• Current enrollment in classes at Lindenwood University
• Valid driver’s license

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
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask according to specifications
• Strong professional integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Designated as an essential worker
• Good judgment and critical thinking skills

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 and work in extreme temperatures
• Ability to stand, squat, reach and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk continuously through shift
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Regular in-person 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.