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Groundskeeper (Garden / Flower Beds)

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

Position Information Position Title Groundskeeper (Garden / Flower Beds) Job Responsibilities The Groundskeeper reports directly to the Grounds Supervisor and is responsible for all aspects of ground maintenance, including mowing and trimming, planting, plant care, weeding, watering, trash pick-up, snow and ice removal and equipment maintenance and repair. Primary work will be in-season planting, watering, weeding and all related functions for the campus flower and grass beds.

RESPONSIBILITIES Primary work, in-season, will be all related functions for the care of campus flower and grass beds.

  • Fertilizer and herbicide application.
  • Weeding in flower and shrub beds.
  • Watering of grass and plants as needed.
  • Planting of flowers, shrubs, trees and other landscaping plants.
  • Care of trees and shrubs, including pruning.

Additional duties may include :

  • Snow and ice removal using shovels, plows, rotary brushes, etc.
  • Winter duties will be trimming bushes and trees as directed.
  • Mowing using push mowers, deck mowers and tractor-pulled mowers; and grass trimming using weed eaters.
  • Turf maintenance, dirt work and striping for athletic fields.
  • Trash pick-up on campus grounds.
  • Assist in cleaning, maintenance and repair for all grounds equipment.
  • Maintain orderly storage of tools, materials and equipment.
  • Clean shop areas as needed.
  • Set-up for outdoor special events.
  • As assigned, oversee student workers.
  • As assigned, assist trades personnel in labor tasks.
  • As assigned, assist in campus moving and recycling operations, housekeeping, and shuttle van driving.
  • Assume all other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Grounds Supervisor.
  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Must be able to lift lbs.
  • Must be able to operate in a safe manner grounds equipment push mowers, deck mowers, weed eaters, shovels, rakes, tractors, trucks equipped with blades for snow removal).
  • Must be able to use mechanic tools (wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, etc.)
  • Must be able to read, understand and comply with instructions on the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
  • Must be able to understand and follow instructions given by the supervisor and foreman.
  • Must be able to work other shifts as required.
  • Must be able to use various external communications devices during emergency conditions.
  • Must be able to use on and off road vehicles for transportation on and off campus.
  • Must possess valid driver’s license.
  • Truman offers an attractive benefits package including : paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit . Required Qualifications Work history showing dependability and strong work ethic. Preferred Qualifications Prior professional grounds and ornamental landscape maintenance. Previous athletic field maintenance.

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