Landscaper (Full Time)

Kansas City Zoo • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Landscaper is responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of the Zoo & Aquarium’s landscaping, horticultural areas, and irrigation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years’ experience in landscape maintenance or grounds keeping preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience using gas powered lawn and horticultural equipment.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must be able to operate gas powered equipment, such as line trimmers, lawn mowers, backpack blowers, chainsaw and edgers.
• Must be able to operate heavy machinery, such as skid steer, front end loader, and sky track
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
• Must pass a background and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Ground and turf/horticulture certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Zoo & Aquarium’s landscaping and horticultural areas, including: Installing all types of plant material, Maintaining perennial and annual plantings, Performing turf management, which includes the use of equipment such as a mower, line trimmer, and backpack blower, Weeding, mulching, trimming, leaf clean-up, and general landscape preparation/maintenance, Irrigation and supplementary watering, Hauling herbivore animal waste trailers and assisting with the maintenance of the compost pad, Snow removal, Leading volunteer projects.
• Assists with maintenance of a working greenhouse and tropical plant collection.
• This position may at times be requested to perform other duties or special projects as assigned, which are in the best interest of the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. Duty percentages are an approximation and may vary based on department needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED