Job Description

Grounds/General Maintenance

Morningside University is accepting applications for the full time position Grounds/General Maintenance. This position is responsible for the care and operation of all athletic fields, grounds maintenance and campus events. Normal workday will be 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday and will follow an on-call schedule as needed. This may be adjusted on a week-by-week basis due to campus events and inclement weather needs.

Responsibilities:

Athletic Facilities:

• Responsible for making sure facilities are properly secure and maintained

• Assures that the grounds are properly maintained

• Responsible for weed control; trimming and mowing

• Knowledge of football field, softball field and track layout and the painting of them

• Cleaning of facility bathrooms

• Assists with the preparation for events at the university

Campus Grounds Maintenance:

• Works with Grounds Manger to assure that all campus grounds are properly maintained

• Mowing; weeding, trimming and tree trimming

• Planting and maintaining flower beds

• Repairs to the irrigation system

• General knowledge in maintaining and cleaning mowers

• Ability to operate chainsaw

• Assist with snow removal as needed

• Assures proper weed control

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of methods used in grounds maintenance

• Knowledge of fertilizers and other types of chemicals used in lawn and plant care

• Familiar with the operation of grounds equipment

• Ability to lift/carry heavy items

• Work well with other people

• Able to use general tools and equipment

• Effective communication skills and works well with others

• Ability to instruct and lead student workers

• Possession of a valid State Driver’s license

Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Please email your cover letter, resume and three professional references to employment@morningside.edu.