Campus Grounds & Landscaping Technician

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds, lawns, gardens, and outdoor spaces. You will operate mowers, utility task vehicles, and a range of hand and power tools to support daily maintenance and seasonal projects.

Ideal candidates have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. Join our team and help keep Auburn looking its best.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Maintains University grounds using hand tools such as a shovel, pick, and rake, as well as power tools including a weed eater, edger, hedge trimmer, tiller, and blower.
• Operates a push and riding mower to mow grass and operates utility task vehicles to perform work.
• Performs basic landscape-related duties on University grounds to include weed pulling, plant watering, pine straw/mulch installation, and sod installation.
• Provides debris removal with cleaning and litter control equipment to keep University grounds, streets, and parking lots free of dirt, leaves, trash, and other debris. Maintains University hardscapes through the use of a pressure washer.
• Maintains and cleans hand and power tools and equipment including, but not limited to, checking fluid levels and blade sharpness.

Skills

Maintenance work

Groundskeeping

Tool operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Weed eater

Edger

Hedge trimmer

Tiller

Blower

Pressure washer

Mower

Utility task vehicle

Job description

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds, lawns, gardens, and outdoor spaces. You will operate mowers, utility task vehicles, and a range of hand and power tools to support daily maintenance and seasonal projects.

Ideal candidates have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. Join our team and help keep Auburn looking its best.