GROUNDSKEEPER III #00097735

Landscape Services

Landscape Services is responsible for campus grounds maintenance, including landscaping, planting, leaf removal, and snow removal. The department maintains outdoor spaces and walkways to support campus safety, accessibility, and daily operations throughout the year.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:

• apply within the published, five business day posting period
• meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

Union Bid Period: 7/20/2026-7/27/2026

Maintain and install campus landscapes and grounds. Work differs from similar classifications in that a higher degree of knowledge in grounds keeping and landscaping methods must be applied to primary assignments. Review is accomplished through observation of results with particular emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, appearance and conformance with instructions. Functional contacts include co- workers, other service department employees and other University staff and students. Receive daily instructions from Supervisor on work to be performed. May instruct and/or guide personnel assisting in work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plant, transplant and cultivate trees, shrubs and flowers; determine water requirements of plants and turf, irrigate as necessary.
• Prune trees, shrubs and flowers according to standard horticultural practices as necessary to maintain good plant health.
• Identify weeds, insects and diseases; mix and apply pesticides safely, according to label instructions and as directed. Apply fertilizers and calibrate application equipment.
• Build stone or tie walls and plant beds, repair landscape irrigation systems.
• Perform general grounds maintenance duties: remove leaves, mow grass, aerate turf, weed beds, sow grass seed and lay sod. Perform hand grading, excavating and shovel work.
• Remove snow from streets and sidewalks. Will be on call for snow removal.
• May operate tractors, trucks, lawn mowers, chain saws and miscellaneous equipment. Perform maintenance on grounds keeping equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Monday-Friday 6:00AM to 2:30PM

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• Four years of experience in grounds maintenance, landscape construction, or related area is necessary.
• Working knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in grounds maintenance and landscape construction.
• Ability on a daily basis to:
  • Grasp, lift, carry and set down heavy objects (50-75 lbs.)
  • Shovel snow, climb ladders and operate heavy power equipment
• A valid Missouri driver's license is required in order to operate various pieces of equipment.
• Missouri Certified Public Operators Pesticide License or the ability to obtain within six months after employment is required.
• Current certification by a nationally recognized horticulture association in landscape maintenance or related area is required. Maintenance of certification is required.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $15.60-$24.15 hourly

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS D
University Title: GROUNDSKEEPER III
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Union Bid: July 27, 2026

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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