Groundskeeper

City of Kansas City•Kansas City, MO

18d

About The Position

The Groundskeeper maintains and cares for University grounds and vehicles. Duties include mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers and shrubs, removing snow, maintaining KCU vehicles, and assisting with special events. The role helps ensure that the campus makes a favorable impression and remains clear and safe, including during inclement weather. It also includes preparing grounds for assigned activities, helping with office and department moves, and occasionally driving a university van between the Kansas City and Joplin campuses or to local and out-of-town meetings and events.

Requirements

Knowledge typically obtained through a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding information needed to perform the essential functions of the position.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of grounds equipment, including snow removal equipment.
Willingness and availability to work alternative hours as needed for the season or special events.
Ability to bend, stoop, and lift 120 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of groundskeeping experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain University grounds by mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers and shrubs, and removing snow.
Prepare grounds for assigned activities and help ensure the campus creates a favorable impression.
Monitor plants for disease and insects and apply chemicals as needed.
Keep grounds clear of debris and safe during inclement weather.
Monitor equipment performance and report malfunctions or breakages to the supervisor.
Maintain KCU vehicles, including washing and detailing them, arranging minor preventive maintenance, and taking vehicles in for repairs.
Help with office and department moves.
Assist with special events.
Occasionally drive a university van between campuses in Kansas City and Joplin and to local or out-of-town meetings and events.
Perform related duties as needed or assigned as part of the team.