Groundskeeper

Location: Des Moines, IA | Corporate Office Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION: The primary function of a Groundskeeper is to maintain grounds of company property, whether it be industrial, commercial, or public property. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls Clean grounds and remove litter Rake and bag or burns leaves Spray lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs Repair fences, gates, walls, and walks Make minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and snow removal equipment Make minor repairs to and maintains building areas Assists office departments with moving and storage of documents and equipment Sharpen tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree), and/or one to three months related experience or training Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform to essential functions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions Must be able to lift, climb, kneel, walk, and stand for long periods of times #J-18808-Ljbffr ISU Research Park