OPEN POSITION:           2026 Summer Worker - Groundskeeper

 

START DATE:                  2026 Summer 

 

POSITION SALARY:        $16.00/hour
                                 
PRIMARY FUNCTION:       

 

To provide support to the grounds maintenance crew.

Requires use of simple tools to maintain grounds including planting, cultivating, pruning and cutting plants, trees, shrubs, grass and flowers.  Cuts lawns, trims, edges and prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.  Plants grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.  Waters lawn, shrubs and flowers.  Removes damaged leaves, branches and twigs.  Rakes and composts or disposes of leaves. Prepare facilities/grounds for district and community events. Cleans grounds and removes litter. Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

High School graduate or equivalent.
Experience in general construction and maintenance work.
Knowledge of basic hand and power tools grounds maintenance repairs.
Experience in the operation of a snowplow and backhoe.
Knowledge of use and purpose of power and common hand tools.
Some experience in the care and maintenance of plants, trees, flowers and shrubs is preferred.
Possess and maintain a valid Missouri Driver’s License.