Campus Groundskeeper & Landscape Technician

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds, including lawns, gardens, walkways, and outdoor spaces. The role uses hand and power tools and requires operating mowers and utility task vehicles on campus properties.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety in a welcoming campus environment. Apply to join a team that supports students, faculty, staff, and visitors at Auburn

Qualifications

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

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

Manual labor

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Job description

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds, including lawns, gardens, walkways, and outdoor spaces. The role uses hand and power tools and requires operating mowers and utility task vehicles on campus properties.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety in a welcoming campus environment. Apply to join a team that supports students, faculty, staff, and visitors at Auburn