Groundskeeper

Micds • Saint Louis, MO

19d • Onsite

About The Position

MICDS has a rich and distinctive history spanning more than 150 years. A leader in independent education, MICDS is a college-prep, coeducational school for grades JK-12. Our mission is to help students discover their unique talents, preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as engaged citizens in our ever-changing world.
Under the direction of the Director of Grounds, the groundskeeper performs a variety of tasks necessary to achieve a pleasant and functional outdoor campus. Also maintains and repairs all landscaping and grounds equipment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform work in, on, around, under and over trees, shrubs, and buildings and facilities.
• High level of self-motivation and proven ability to work with little supervision.
• Ability to work additional hours when needed.
• A criminal history and background check is required and must be successfully completed.
• A motor vehicle record check will be performed to determine the ability to drive school-owned vehicles.
• Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dust, wetness, humidity, machinery, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, and toxic/poisonous agents.
• Works in varied and extreme weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

Responsibilities

• Performs grounds maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, fertilizing, weeding, mowing and/or pruning lawn, gardens, shrubs and trees.
• Assists with the maintenance of outdoor fields and athletic facilities to include marking out boundaries before events.
• Plants shrubs, trees, flowers, and vegetation following detailed plans and directions.
• Removes dirt, trash and debris from assigned areas and transports same to appropriate disposal facility.
• Performs removal of snow and ice from assigned areas using hand and power snow removal equipment.
• Spread salt, sand, and deicers to prevent slipping.
• Operates hand and power equipment such as mowers, tillers, sweepers, snow blowers, edgers, shovels, and small vehicles including tractors.
• Performs routine assembly, cleaning and maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Measures, mixes, and applies fertilizer, herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals following specific instructions.
• Ability to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting; to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Mandatory overtime required during inclement weather or for special events.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Follows workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the School's discretion.

Benefits

• MICDS offers employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) retirement plan where the School contributes 8% of salary with an employees 3% contribution; medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and long term care insurance; life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurances; tuition benefit; paid leaves; access to a fitness center; and free lunch.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees