Landscape Worker - POOL
Landscape Worker - POOL
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24-07-2025
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Job Description
55% - Turf:
10% - Related:- Mows turf areas with string trimmers hand push and riding mowers.
- Prepares areas by removing trash and weeds arranging flower-bed edges sidewalks etc.
- Assists in irrigation of turf.
- Assists in the application of chemical fertilizers and pest control agents.
- Prepares mowers in-field and in-shop by performing minor maintenance such as changing oil sparkplugs replacing belts sharpening blades etc.
- Operates weed-eaters and edgers in finish work on turf prior to and after mowing.
- Assists in the laying of sod.
- Operates tractors and other machinery as well as performs hand work in the preparation of seed beds for the seeding of turf areas.
- Assists in the seeding of turf.
- Keeps simple records associated with the maintenance of equipment and turf areas.
- Maintains flowerbeds by planting raking removing weeds and watering.
- Applies chemical fertilizers and pest controls to flowerbeds shrubs and tree plantings.
- Digs holes moves loads and assists in the planting of trees and shrubs.
- Prunes trees and shrubs.
- Loads and transports plants trees and shrubs to installation sites using trucks tractors and other equipment. Operates leaf vacuums.
- Grades and levels planting sites using hand and power tools and tractors.
- Removes snow and ice from sidewalks steps and stairs and ramp approaches to buildings using snow blower and other equipment.
- Performs detailed weed and trash cleaning and plant maintenance of specific areas on a routine or as assigned basis.
- Completes necessary paperwork and record keeping.
- Informs supervisor of status of work projects.
- Adjusts ventilation on plants.
- Performs minor equipment maintenance projects as assigned.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
M-F 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Contact Information to Applicants
Joe Fearn
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a valid drivers license at the time of hire and throughout the term of employment.
- Six months of experience in landscape grounds crop production and/or horticultural maintenance including commercial mowing and/or commercial landscaping.
- Experience in a team based technical skill craft or operation applicable to commercial landscaping and/or grounds management.
- Working knowledge of standard equipment used in landscape and grounds maintenance.
- Experience maintaining small motor equipment.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge of safety procedures while working around mechanized construction and maintenance equipment.
Position Overview
The Landscape Worker position is responsible for performing manual work in the support of maintenance tasks and activities in grounds keeping. The work includes participation in planting pruning application of chemicals for fertilization and pest control general maintenance and other elements of the full range of horticultural work including the operation of work issued vehicles light trucks or other mechanized equipment. Routine assignments may be performed independently. May be required on occasion to work with a variety of skilled-trades craft workers.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Facilities Services within KU Operationsplays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching learning and research. KU Operations supports KUs mission of learning scholarship and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the universitys academic and research missions.
KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year 96 hours of sick leave earned per year nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day a retirement program medical & dental insurance life and disability insurance other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application will include your current contact information including email phone number and your previous work experience including dates of employment.
Application review will begin on Tuesday July 29th and continue until all available positions have been filled.
- Reach grasp lift carry and place moderately heavy loads frequently and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Work in temperature extremes both hot and cold - typically outdoors.
- Work overtime and respond to after-hours emergencies as necessary.
- Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.
- Must enter work order information digitally.
Employment Type
Full Time
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