Job description
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Benefits of Being a Lindenwood Employee:
- Employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only)
- Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only)
- Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options
- Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1)
- Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included.
- Professional development opportunities through the
Lindenwood Learning Academy
JOB TITLE SUMMARY
Job Title: Groundskeeper
Division: Operations
Evaluation Group: Staff
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Director, Groundskeeping
Positions Supervised: N/A
Job Summary
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.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators
The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Job Responsibilities and Execution
- 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
Service Excellence
- 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 – integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and teamwork
Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration
- Assists with special events, including setup, event security, and cleanup
Job may require other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.
- 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
- Completion of vaccination status survey and proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.
- 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
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions.
- Campus grounds
- Exposure to all types of weather and extreme temperatures
Physical Abilities – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Ability to traverse in all weather conditions
- Ability to squat and reach
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.
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