Campus Grounds & Landscape Technician - Make an Impact

South Georgia Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of GA Benefits package available

Job summary

South Georgia Technical College is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus lawns and landscapes at Americus. The role involves mowing, edging, planting, mulching, applying herbicides/pesticides when needed, and operating grounds equipment.

You will also perform minor repairs and assist in snow/ice removal and parking lot maintenance. Minimum qualification is a High School diploma or GED, with the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of groundskeeping and basic horticultural practices.
• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of grounds maintenance equipment.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assesses campus grounds for maintenance needs.
• Follows planned designs to determine where to plant or lay sod.
• Mows grass and trims weeds.
• Operates large power lawn mowers, edgers, hand tools, and large vehicles related to grounds maintenance.
• Plants seeds, bulbs, and foliage and applies mulch.
• Maintains grounds maintenance equipment.
• Collects trash and debris for disposal.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Reading instructions

Oral & written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

South Georgia Technical College is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus lawns and landscapes at Americus. The role involves mowing, edging, planting, mulching, applying herbicides/pesticides when needed, and operating grounds equipment.

You will also perform minor repairs and assist in snow/ice removal and parking lot maintenance. Minimum qualification is a High School diploma or GED, with the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in various weather conditions.