Groundskeeper

Job Details

Job Location: Arkansas City Main Campus - Arkansas City, KS

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma or equivalent

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Description

Job Summary:

The Groundskeeper, as part of a team, is responsible for the care of all Cowley College grounds, sidewalks and parking lots ensuring the professional appearance and care. Locations that this position is responsible for grounds upkeep include: Ark City, Wellington, Mulvane and Winfield locations.

Position Duties:

• Upkeep and maintenance of grounds projects to meet customer needs and grounds standards while minimizing required overtime.

• Conduct regular inspections of all College grounds.

• Tree, flower and shrub replacement.

• De-icing and snow removal procedures during inclement weather.

• Preventative maintenance on grounds equipment.

• Custodial services as requested/required.

• Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees, vendors and/or any other representative of external organization.

• Be alert to storm warnings and assist with the safety and evacuation procedures in all buildings when threatening weather conditions exist; know and be able to implement necessary procedures for evacuation of building/area in the case of fire or other disaster.

• Assist with de-icing and snow removal for exterior walkways during times of inclement weather.

• Comply with all College policies and procedures

• Assist the Maintenance Grounds/Supervisors and other staff as necessary.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in the operation and maintenance of outdoor/grounds equipment

• Working knowledge of standard lawn care and chemical application procedures.

• Ability to maintain a specific standard of grounds keeping.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks in inclement weather.

• Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.

• Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

• Good communications skills, both written and spoken.

• Ability to organize and prioritize work. Work well under deadline pressures.

• Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations.

• Understanding of and commitment to Academic Quality Improvement Program.

Required Education Background:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience:

• Experience in general grounds procedures.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; ability to move freely around the campus and outreach centers; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive motor vehicle; and ability to work on the computer for long periods of time.

Work Environment:

Work performed in a variety of extreme situations, weather, noise, and building spaces. Work can be performed outside, and in College facilities.

Cowley College is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation or other legally protected category. (Notice of Non-Discrimination found at https://www.cowley.edu/about/legal.html)

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