Landscape Worker - POOL

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 Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU's mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university's 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 : https : / / humanresources.ku.edu / tuition-assistance

KU's 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 other's 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.

Job Description

• 55% - Turf :

Mows turf areas with string trimmers, hand push, and riding mowers.

Maintains flowerbeds by planting, raking, removing weeds, and watering.

Completes necessary paperwork and record keeping.

Performs other work as assigned.

Position Requirements

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Candidate Instructions

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 Monday, October 13th and continue until all available positions have been filled.

Contact Information to Applicants

Joe Fearn

joe.fearn@ku.edu

Advertised Salary Range : Starting at 35,776.00

Application Review Begins : Monday October 13, 2025

Anticipated Start Date : Monday November 3, 2025

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