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.
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: September 27, 2026
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
Hourly $ 15.00 - $17.78
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- Typical pay
- $70,000–$70,000
For context, most landscapers earn between $70,000–$70,000 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely.