GROUNDS KEEPER II

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Grounds Keeper II to maintain the beautiful campus grounds. This role involves manual labor, operating various equipment such as riding mowers and tractors, and ensuring the safety and aesthetic of the landscape. The ideal candidate will have experience in landscape maintenance and be able to work in varying weather conditions. Join a team that values hard work and commitment to excellence in maintaining the university's outdoor spaces. If you are passionate about working outdoors and enjoy hands-on tasks, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the university's environment.

Qualifications

• Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of landscape maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds turf and landscaping using various equipment.
• Assist in planning and organization of daily work.
• Monitor assigned grounds for maintenance and safety issues.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Equipment operation

Pesticide knowledge

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Riding mowers

Tractor loaders

Leaf trucks

Dump trucks

Weed trimmers

Backpack blowers

Edgers

Job description

GROUNDS KEEPER II

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Posting Details

Posting Number S13504P
Working Title GROUNDS KEEPER II
Department FMD-Grounds-Maintenance

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta.

Position Information

Classification Title: Service/Maintenance Worker
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

1. 1-2 years of landscape maintenance experience

Position Summary

This position is manual labor performing maintenance of grounds in assigned areas on campus. This employee safely operates various types of equipment associated with grounds maintenance and will likely operate more difficult machinery including riding mowers, tractor loaders, leaf trucks, and dump trucks. This employee assists and directs the crew in work completion, as well as assists in the training of proper maintenance techniques and methods. This employee will follow and monitor safety protocols.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to operate all types of Grounds Maintenance equipment to include mowers, tractors, trimmers, edgers, and backpack blowers.
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work under adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, etc.).
• Knowledge of pesticides and weed control.

Physical Demands

• Constant physical labor 8 hours a day/5 days a week.
• Extensive/constant stooping, bending, squatting and working with your hands above your head; lift 75 lbs. consistently throughout the work day.
• Driving as needed to perform job-related tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Maintain grounds turf and landscaping by operating major equipment associated with grounds maintenance such as riding lawn mowers, backpack blowers, weed trimmers and edgers, dump trucks, leaf trucks, tractors, aerators, and tractor loaders.
2. Keep assigned grounds area professionally maintained.
3. Assists in planning and organization of daily work.
4. Helps and directs the crew to stay on task to meet established timelines.
5. Monitors assigned grounds area for maintenance and safety issues.

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Shelly Prescott
Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter