Campus Groundskeeper: Shape Lush Outdoor Spaces

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a basic-level landscape technician under direct supervision to maintain and improve University grounds. The role focuses on hands-on groundskeeping using hand and power tools, mowing, weed control, mulching, and debris removal across campus facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of groundskeeping experience, with ability to safely operate landscape tools and knowledge of plant materials.

Qualifications

• HS diploma and 2 years of groundskeeping experience.
• Ability to safely operate landscape tools and equipment.
• Working knowledge of plant materials.

Responsibilities

• Maintains University grounds using hand tools and power tools.
• Operates a push and riding mower; uses utility task vehicles for campus work.
• Performs weed pulling, watering, mulch/sod installation, and debris removal on campus grounds.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment and may meet training requirements.

Skills

Basic landscape skills

Tool operation

Plant materials knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Shovel

Rake

Weed Eater

Edger

Hedge Trimmer

Tiller

Pressure Washer

Job description

Auburn University is seeking a basic-level landscape technician under direct supervision to maintain and improve University grounds. The role focuses on hands-on groundskeeping using hand and power tools, mowing, weed control, mulching, and debris removal across campus facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of groundskeeping experience, with ability to safely operate landscape tools and knowledge of plant materials.