Campus Groundskeeper I — Early‑Morning Grounds & Maintenance

Inside Higher Ed; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,080 - 34,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A university facilities department is seeking a Groundskeeper I to perform groundskeeping and landscape maintenance duties. The role involves mowing lawns, caring for flowers, and maintaining campus cleanliness. Ideal candidates should possess a valid GA driver’s license and an ability to operate various maintenance equipment. This is a full-time position offering competitive salary and generous benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level groundskeeping and landscape maintenance duties.
• Mow lawns, water flowers, and trim trees.
• Collect and remove trash from campus grounds.
• Plant trees and flowers, rake leaves, and spray lawns.
• Operate groundskeeping and maintenance equipment.
• Clear snow from sidewalks during inclement weather.

Skills

Ability to operate hand tools

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

Valid GA driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawnmowers

Weed eaters

Trimmers

Job description

A university facilities department is seeking a Groundskeeper I to perform groundskeeping and landscape maintenance duties. The role involves mowing lawns, caring for flowers, and maintaining campus cleanliness. Ideal candidates should possess a valid GA driver’s license and an ability to operate various maintenance equipment. This is a full-time position offering competitive salary and generous benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance.