May 04, 2026

Grounds Keeper

Job Description

Date Posted: April 28, 2026 Job Title: Grounds Keeper

General Summary: To maintain universities campus grounds and assists when needed on athletic facilities and all other properties.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Trash pick-up
  • Set up for Events
  • Deliveries
  • Enhance and beautify the campus
  • Operate and maintain equipment needed to maintain campus grounds
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Perform duties in a safe and competent manner
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Perform snow removal around winter weather events

Education and Experience Qualifications:

  • Experience in grounds care and maintenance.
  • Experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance.
  • Ability to read basic operating instruction.
  • Current Missouri Drivers License

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to lift 50lbs or more.
  • Able to use walk behind mower.
  • Able to work under extreme weather conditions.

Other Information and Attributes:

  • Overtime may be needed weekends, early mornings and evenings.
  • Some travel for training or pickup of supplies.

CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU. Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Contact our Human Resource's department today for an application atHR@centralmethodist.eduor 660-248-6899.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. CMU management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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