Groundskeeper, Student Employee

Lindenwood University•St. Charles, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence. The groundskeeper will manage and maintain campus vegetation, maintain the cleanliness of campus grounds by removing trash, debris and other refuse, and assist with special event set-up, security and clean-up. Additionally, this role involves providing repairs and minor adjustments to machinery and equipment, maintaining all tools and equipment, and performing seasonal management to prepare the grounds by performing tasks that include trimming trees and bushes, removing moss and fertilizing. The groundskeeper must adhere strictly to safety standards and practices, prune, trim and stake trees, shrubs and other vegetation, treat vegetation for insects and use pesticides, fertilizers and other appropriate chemicals to remove weeds. The role also includes excavating holes and trenches for lights, sprinklers and other equipment, removing weeds and other debris from mulched areas and flowerbeds, and planting seeds, bulbs, flowers, shrubs, trees and other vegetation in designated areas. Job may require other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

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