Groundskeeper (9106)
FRIENDS UNIVERSITY•Wichita, KS
•Onsite
About The Position
Friends University is seeking to fill the Groundskeeper position in Wichita Kansas. This position assists with the maintenance of all campus grounds seasonally from approximately March 1 through November 30. The position also assists with all general maintenance tasks assigned by the Director of Physical Plant from approximately December 1 through February 28.
Requirements
- Two year’s experience in grounds or related environment required.
- Knowledge of riding mowers, lawn tractors, gas-powered edger, and trimmers, lawn vacuum, hedge trimmers, utility vehicle, and various hand tools.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions and withstand extreme hot and cold working conditions, loud noise environments.
- Must be able to lift 100 pounds.
- Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
- A valid driver’s license is required for this position.
- Must be able to become an approved driver by the University’s insurance carrier.
Nice To Haves
- General maintenance experience is desired.
Responsibilities
- Assists with the maintenance of all campus grounds seasonally from approximately March 1 through November 30.
- Assists with all general maintenance tasks assigned by the Director of Physical Plant from approximately December 1 through February 28.
Benefits
- Flex work options
- Up to 4 weeks of vacation
- 96 hours of sick leave per year
- Up to 13 1/2 paid holidays
- Half day Fridays June through July
- Up to 5% retirement matching
- Free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
