Campus Groundskeeper I: Landscaping & Maintenance

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,400 - 38,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Groundskeeper I for the Building Services Department on the Downtown Atlanta Campus. This entry-level role supports grounds maintenance, mowing, planting, trash removal, and basic landscape tasks in a busy university setting.

The ideal candidate will have a valid GA driver's license, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, follow detailed instructions, and operate standard groundskeeping tools such as mowers, trimmers, and pressure washers.

Qualifications

• Valid GA driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• Experience operating groundskeeping tools preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Care for campus grounds including mowing lawns and maintaining plantings.
• Walk assigned areas to collect and remove trash.
• Plant trees, flowers, and shrubs; rake leaves.
• Operate equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and pressure washers.
• Assist in weather-related duties as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Follow written instructions

Operate groundskeeping tools

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawnmowers

Weed eaters

Trimmers

Pressure washers

Shears

Job description

Georgia State University is seeking a Groundskeeper I for the Building Services Department on the Downtown Atlanta Campus. This entry-level role supports grounds maintenance, mowing, planting, trash removal, and basic landscape tasks in a busy university setting.

The ideal candidate will have a valid GA driver's license, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, follow detailed instructions, and operate standard groundskeeping tools such as mowers, trimmers, and pressure washers.