Groundskeeper I #00025273

Hiring Department

Custodial & Landscape Services

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:

• apply within the published, five business day posting period
• meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

UNION BID PERIOD: 04/30/2025-05/7/2025

Job Description

Perform unskilled grounds keeping and laboring work involving the maintenance, care and modification of campus landscape and properties. Work is periodically spot-checked and reviewed for neatness and effectiveness. Contacts include co-workers, other service department employees and other university staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds maintenance duties: remove leaves, mow grass, sweep campus driveways and streets, pick up paper and trash, remove dead trees and limbs, trim trees and shrubs, spray for insects and disease, fertilize plants, plant trees and shrubs, sow grass, lay sod
• Perform hand grading, excavating and shovel work. Remove snow from streets and sidewalks. Will be on call for snow removal
• May perform trash pickup of campus area, hauling to and unloading at dump and perform necessary minor maintenance of truck and equipment
• May assist workers of a higher level in performing specialized assignments
• May operate truck, tractor, lawn mower, chainsaw, and various tools used in groundskeeping, trash pickup and other miscellaneous duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervision Received

Under direct supervision, receives daily instructions on work to be performed. Usually receive work assignments and guidance from groundskeeper of a higher level.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience, from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired, is necessary.

• Ability on a daily basis to:

• Shovel snow, climb ladders and operate heavy, power-operated mowing and snow removal equipment

• Grasp, lift, carry and set down heavy objects (50-75 lbs.)

• A valid driver's license may be required for certain positions.

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $14.50-$16.32 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS B

University Title: GROUNDSKEEPER I

To review the University of Missouri's Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

UNION BID: May 7, 2025

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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