Temporary Groundskeeper (Seasonal Assignment)
Lindenwood University•Saint Charles, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
This is a temporary, seasonal position supporting grounds maintenance during the summer months. The groundskeeper is responsible for managing the landscaping requirements of assigned areas by keeping the grounds clean of trash, debris, and anything else that could upset an otherwise orderly condition.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Demonstrated experience in the grounds industry, including considerable knowledge of common practices and related tools, equipment, and materials
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to execute multiple tasks according to specifications
- Strong professional integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to use good judgment and think critically
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function
Responsibilities
- Manages and maintains campus vegetation by mowing; pruning, trimming, and staking trees and shrubs; and detailing flowerbeds and other landscape elements
- Maintains the cleanliness of campus grounds by removing trash, debris, and other refuse
- Prepares grounds for seasonal climate changes by pruning trees/bushes and distributing fertilizer
- Adheres to strict safety standards and practices
- Treats vegetation for insects and removes weeds using pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals
- Excavates holes and trenches for installation of lights, sprinklers, and other equipment
- Removes debris from mulched areas and flowerbeds
- Plants seeds, bulbs, flowers, shrubs, trees, and other vegetation in designated areas
- Repairs and adjusts tools, machinery, and equipment
- Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
- Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values
- Responds to needs of customers in a timely and courteously manner
- Anticipates Responds to costomer
- Establishes and maintains appropriate and effective relationships with customers
- Assists with special events, including setup, event security, and cleanup
- Cooperates with others towards achievement of common goals
- Builds and maintains constructive work relationship with co-workers, supervisors and customers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
