Groundskeeper

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Wildwood, MO

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining and caring for the parish’s outdoor property, including landscaped areas, parking lots, walkways, and sacred spaces such as prayer gardens, statues, and cemetery grounds (if applicable). This role helps ensure the church campus reflects the beauty, reverence, and hospitality central to the Catholic faith.

Requirements

Experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or facility maintenance preferred
Ability to operate lawn care and maintenance equipment
Physical ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and lift moderate weights
Basic knowledge of plant care and seasonal landscaping practices
Dependable and able to work independently

Responsibilities

Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flower beds, and landscaped areas (mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing)
Care for and respectfully maintain religious features such as statues, grottos, shrines, Stations of the Cross, and memorial areas
Assist with upkeep of parish cemetery grounds (if applicable), including mowing, trimming, and general appearance
Remove debris, leaves, and litter from all outdoor areas
Maintain sidewalks, entrances, and parking lots for safety and cleanliness
Perform seasonal duties: Snow and ice removal in winter, Leaf cleanup in fall, Planting and mulching in spring/summer
Monitor irrigation systems and ensure proper watering of grounds
Operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely
Assist with setup and cleanup for outdoor liturgical events (e.g., processions for Easter, Palm Sunday, Corpus Christi)
Ensure outdoor areas are safe, accessible, and welcoming for parishioners and visitors
Report maintenance issues, hazards, or vandalism promptly