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    Groundskeeper - Springfield, United States - Missouri State University

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    GENERAL FUNCTION

    The Groundskeeper performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance, care, and modification of University grounds and landscapes which includes the operation of electrically-powered and gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment and machines, and the use of small hand and power tools or equipment in planting, cultivating, and trimming grounds and landscaping.

    The Groundskeeper also performs maintenance on groundskeeping equipment and tools, and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed.
    Description of Primary Duties

    Monday-Friday 7:00a.m.-3:30 p.m.

    Groundskeeper will be assigned an area of campus that they will maintain on a daily basis. Groundskeeper may also be asked to assist other Groundskeepers with landscape projects.
    Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

    Education:
    A high school diploma or the equivalent is required.

    Experience:

    At least two years of experience in groundskeeping is required, where knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in planting, cultivating, and trimming a variety of types of trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers and grasses has been gained; an Associate's degree in horticulture or a related field may be substituted for the two years of experience required.

    Knowledge of the use and proper disposal of chemicals used in groundskeeping (horticulture, turf management, and floriculture) is preferred.

    Skills:

    Must be able to read English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions as well as directions for the proper mixture, use, and disposal/storage of cleaners, solvents, chemicals, fertilizers and similar products used in groundskeeping.

    Skill in the proper operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance tools, equipment, and machinery is required.

    The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

    Ability to identify and eradicate disease or insect damage to plant and turf materials is preferred.

    Effort:

    Requires the ability to lift and carry groundskeeping supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis, prolonged walking or standing, and frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching on a daily basis.

    Requires a full range of physical motion in order to operate manual, electrically-powered and/or gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment and machines.

    Requires the ability to access facilities and areas which may only be accessible by climbing stairs or by climbing ladders to a height of 15 feet (e.g., for tree trimming).

    Must be able to move throughout assigned areas, as the work is performed primarily out-of-doors, year round.

    Employees in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees and must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather.


    License:
    Must have a valid Missouri motor vehicle operator's license. Possession of a public pesticide applicators license is preferred.

    Other:

    The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemical compounds for application on trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, and grasses which may be hazardous and cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, application, use and disposal/storage are not properly followed.

    Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description Open Date 04/19/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
    First date of consideration is May 3, 2024. Review of applications will continue until position is filled.

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