Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Grade: 10 Date: November 2024

Pay Range: $14.45-$16.97 Pay Frequency: Monthly

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt Position: Groundskeeper

Department: Maintenance & Grounds Reports To: Director of Maintenance & Grounds

Job Summary:

As part of a team, the Groundskeeper is responsible for upkeep of all Cowley College grounds, sidewalks and parking lots, ensuring a professional appearance and care. This position is responsible for grounds upkeep for our Ark City, Wellington, Mulvane, and Winfield locations.

Essential Functions:

• 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 any other representative of the 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 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/ground equipment
• Working knowledge of standard lawn care and chemical application procedures.
• Ability to maintain a specific standard of groundskeeping.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks in inclement weather.
• Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

• Good communication 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 the 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; ability to move freely around the campus and outreach centers; ability to lift to 50 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive a motor vehicle; and ability to work on the computer for long periods.

Work Environment:

Work performed in various extreme situations, weather, noise, and building spaces.

Cowley College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Cowley College is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veterans status, or any other factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law