Campus Groundskeeper I — Day Shift, Flexible Schedule

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Groundskeeper I to maintain lawns and campus grounds. You will perform mowing, edging, debris removal, and operate power tools in a safety-conscious manner.

Responsibilities include maintaining turf, beds and hardscape areas, assisting with special projects, and coordinating with campus colleagues. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a reliable driving record preferred. Onsite schedule with day shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write well enough to comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate riding or power mover, power tools, and hand tools.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintains grass and ground cover by mowing, weeding, planting and watering according to schedule and season, safely using professional-grade power and manual tools and equipment.
• Edges and trims grass around trees and planted beds, sidewalks, curbs and buildings to maintain a professional appearance.
• Keeps grounds, sidewalks, stairs, parking lots and other hard-scape areas clean and free of trash and debris. Empties and cleans trash receptacles daily. Power sweeps or blows debris from pedestrian and vehicle areas. Prepares in advance of and cleans up after inclement weather conditions by clearing drains, covering vulnerable plants, salting icy areas and removing debris.
• Assists other team members with special projects. Actively participates in ongoing department training. Uses assigned communication device to read and respond to texts and emails.
• Remains alert to signs of dying plants, broken irrigation systems or other damage to university campus grounds or facilities. Reports issues to department leader.
• Consistently projects a professional and positive demeanor. Communicates professionally with team members and answer inquiries from visitors and the university community.

Skills

Reading & writing

Power/tool operation

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Groundskeeper I to maintain lawns and campus grounds. You will perform mowing, edging, debris removal, and operate power tools in a safety-conscious manner.

Responsibilities include maintaining turf, beds and hardscape areas, assisting with special projects, and coordinating with campus colleagues. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a reliable driving record preferred. Onsite schedule with day shifts.