GROUNDSKEEPER I

Hiring Department

Landscape Services

Job Description

Perform miscellaneous landscape and grounds installation and maintenance: mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, etc.
Miscellaneous grounds maintenance activities, including litter collection, snow removal, sweeping, etc.
Equipment maintenance; digging, grading & seeding.
A valid driver’s license and physical abilities to complete tasks are required.

Salary

Salary Range: $14.00-$15.00

GGS Grade: B

University Title: GROUNDSKEEPER I

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

7:30AM-4:00PM

Monday-Friday

Minimum Qualifications

A job offer for this position is contingent on passing a physical examination to determine if the candidate possesses the physical capabilities necessary to perform the essential functions.

• 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.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-884-2577.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

EEO IS THE LAW

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) please use the following links:

• EEO is the Law English Version
• EEO is the Law Spanish Version
• EEO is the Law Chinese Version

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