Landscaper

Title: Landscaper

Department/Location: Facilities Department, Principia College

Organizational Relationships: Reports to Supervisor of Landscape and Vehicle Equipment Maintenance, who reports to the Trades Manager.

Summary: Responsibilities include the maintenance of Principia College landscaping and grounds, minor repair to grounds equipment, and other landscaping tasks to maintain a safe and attractive environment. Landscape personnel must be available for early morning and/or late-night hours when snow or ice is forecast, and for other duties as required.

Who We Are

At our award-winning pre-K–12 school in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends.

At Principia College, our globally-focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, national champion rugby club, and the nation’s oldest student-run public affairs conference.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

• Work Performed – Essential Duties:

• Maintains College grounds and landscaping including, but not limited to: Mowing grass and trimming with power mowers and other power tools; Weeding flower beds, around shrubs and trees, and other areas as needed; Removing dead branches, pruning and maintaining trees, and inspecting trees for damage from pests and disease; Removing trees and shrubs; Raking leaves and grass
• Performs routine maintenance and up-keep on all landscape equipment and tools
• Cleans guttering on academic, dormitory and rental housing buildings
• Maintains streets in the immediate vicinity of the campus
• Maintains parking lots
• Removes ice and snow using power snow blowers, tractors, bobcats, chemical ice melts, truck mounted plows, shovels, walk behind spreaders, and/or ice scrapers
• Assists with removal and disposal of trash and debris; assists with recycling
• Assists with basic vehicle maintenance, as needed
• Provides support and manpower as directed to other Facilities departments

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Team Work - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to work with skilled and unskilled personnel
• Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Writes clearly and informatively
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Professional Development - Must be willing to seek training to enhance or learn new skills

Special Requirements:

• Physical fitness with no physical limitations: Must be able to lift 80 lbs., and carry 70 lbs.; ability to climb and assist in moving 40ft ladders, in accordance with job analysis and physician’s approval during pre-employment job physical
• Must be accessible and available to serve as “essential personnel,” in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing operational needs of the College

Minimum Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma or GED; Education and/or experience in horticulture and sports-field management a plus
• Current, valid Illinois Driver’s License; Commercial Driver’s License a plus

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive hourly range for this position: $15.87-$19.04, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In addition to salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

• Generous Employee Tuition Discount: Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro-rated for part-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded).
• Relocation: Principia provides a relocation imbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary, when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles
• Professional Development: Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Learn more about all our benefits here, including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching, and more.

Equal Opportunity

Principia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status.

In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia—as an institution with a religious mission—gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists.

• This description includes most, but not necessarily all the activities and responsibilities currently assigned to this position.