"Grounds Assistant Part-time"

Job Details

TITLE: Grounds Assistant (Part-Time)

DEPARTMENT: Facilities

REPORTS TO: Supervisor/Manager, Facilities Department

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: Up to 20 hours per week

LOCATION: On-Site – Main Campus

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY: The Grounds Assistant supports the Facilities Department by helping maintain the beauty and cleanliness of the campus grounds. This is an entry-level position designed for students interested in hands-on work outdoors. No prior experience is required—training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with lawn care, including mulching, weeding, raking, and basic cleanup.
• Plant flowers, grass, shrubs, or trees under supervisor direction.
• Help apply mulch or straw for protection of plants and seeded areas.
• Pick up litter and keep walkways and outdoor areas neat.
• Water plants and assist with seasonal planting projects.
• Rake and compost leaves; clean flower beds.
• Assist with simple landscaping tasks such as placing stones or small decorations.
• Support set-up and clean-up for special events.
• Assist with manual snow and ice removal during inclement weather

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Willingness to learn groundskeeping and landscaping skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and in a team.
• Dependability and good time management.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Basic use of gardening hand tools (training provided).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

OTHER DUTIES: Other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Willingness to learn groundskeeping and landscaping skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and in a team.
• Dependability and good time management.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Basic use of gardening hand tools (training provided).
• Good customer service skills

Licensing and Certifications: NA

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is outdoors, with exposure to varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.).
• Moderate physical activity, including walking, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Safety training and precautions will be provided.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.