About This Role

This position exists to provide operation of a wide variety of medium and small sized equipment for completion of grounds tasks and assistance in general grounds maintenance.

About Us

The role of the Grounds Maintenance and Landscape Department is to provide a safe, functional and aesthetically pleasing exterior environment for the students, faculty and staff of Kansas State University. The main campus of K-State spans 250 acres of intensively landscaped grounds. The Grounds Maintenance Department is responsible for the maintenance and installation of all turf grass, shrubs, trees and annual flower beds on campus.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six months of experience in equipment operation; education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
• Knowledge of the general practices applied in the care and safe operation of a wide variety of light to medium maintenance equipment, knowledge of standard safety practices.
• Ability to operate a wide variety of lighter and some heavy equipment.
• Ability to communicate, verbally and in writing; knowledge of grounds, tree, and shrub care.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Application

Application Window

Applications close on: April 17th, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Hourly $ 15.00 - $17.78