Groundskeeper

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park•Lampe, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is currently seeking a GROUNDSKEEPER to join the team! This team is responsible for maintaining the overall safety and appearance of the park. This individual will perform the maintenance and upkeep of all grounds including plants, trees, lawn areas, parking lot, drives, walkways, trails, ponds, water crossings, dams, irrigation systems, snow and ice removal, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and 6 months related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

experience with gas powered hand tools like string trimmers, backpack blowers, edgers, pressure washers, hedge trimmers, push mowers, zero turn mowers and riding mowers.

Responsibilities

Sweep or blow pathways, water crossings and roads.
Mow turf using a push mower and or a riding mower.
String trim and edge around walks, flower beds, bridges, rock walls and other.
Perform landscape tasks like planting, pruning, weeding, raking, and mulching as needed.
Clean dams and water crossings of leaves, moss, algae, and debris.
Cut and remove dead or hazardous trees and limbs.
Removal of snow and ice, spreading of sand and ice melt.
Repair of walkways, trails, drives and parking areas.
Pressure wash bridges, patios and walkways.
Ability to apply fertilizer and pesticides.
Assist other departments as needed.
Acquire a working knowledge of Dogwood Canyon Nature Park and Wonders of Wildlife Museum