Under limited supervision, to perform general and varied landscaping/grounds keeping maintenance work; to perform skilled and semi-skilled landscape and grounds work; to operate power-driven equipment; snow removal as required; care of trees, flowers and shrubs, apply herbicides and pesticides and to do related work as required.
Position Accountabilities- Planting and maintenance - Perform planting, watering, weeding, spraying, fertilizing, mulching and cleanup of all annuals, perennials, shrub beds, borders, and water features. Maintain, water, and fertilize all outdoor potted plants, making seasonal changes as required.
- Equipment - Operate various types of equipment, including power mowers, saws, edgers, shears, light or medium weight trucks, Bobcat, et cetera, to pick up and deliver materials and supplies, and light or medium tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed. Inspect the equipment to be used each day to ensure that it is in safe and proper working order. Repair equipment that is not in proper working order or see that it is repaired by the proper mechanic. Clean equipment daily, or at the end of each use, to ensure a professional image and increase the life of the equipment.
- Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Responsible to organize and coordinate volunteer planting/educational events for Park students, staff and faculty. EX: Earth Day, Arbor Day, Tree dedications, etc.
- Responsible to know and adhere to best practices relating to OSHA and EPA standards.
- Knowledge of plant care: disease, insect, soil types, fertility, etc.
- Service-Oriented: continually assess the needs of our customers and their satisfaction with our programs and services.
- Professionalism: courteous, conscientious, and respectful in our dealings with others.
- Integrity/Ethics: conduct ourselves in a fair, ethical and honest manner
Position Requirements:- Bachelor of Science in Horticulture or equivalent preferred
- Minimum 5 years previous landscaping and grounds experience.
- Missouri Certified Pesticide Applicators license preferred
- ISA Arborist Certification preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
- Ability to read and write the English language
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing 75 pounds.
Founded in 1875, Park University is a private, liberal arts university. Park's flagship campus is located in the Kansas City suburb of Parkville, Missouri, on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River. We offer an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan, and tuition-paid undergraduate classes for employees and dependents. Park University is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Qualified applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements.
