Grounds Worker

Uog; Guam; On-site; USD 23,229 - 29,036; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guam (Uog) is seeking a Grounds Worker to perform general grounds maintenance and beautification across public areas. Responsibilities include maintaining facilities, operating tools, and performing repairs to ensure recreational spaces are well-kept.

This full-time position offers a salary range from $23,229 to $29,036 annually, contingent on qualifications. Applicants are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and six months of general maintenance work experience.

Qualifications

• Six months of general maintenance work or equivalent experience.
• Ability to maintain and make minor repairs on parks and buildings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for lawns, hedges, trees, and shrubbery.
• Perform general gardening work and minor repairs.
• Operate tools and equipment for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Ability to perform grounds maintenance work

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to understand and follow oral instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS TO ESTABLISH A LIST OF ELIGIBLES (SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS).

How to Apply

All applicants must submit an online job application through the UOG’s online employment portal system at https://uog.peopleadmin.com and upload supporting documents with their application. For further information, please call 735-2350.

For technical assistance or inquiries in completing the application, please contact Eliza Soriano at [e-mail].

Position Information

Position Title: Grounds Worker

Posting Number: 069-26

Employment Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Salary Range: Open: D-01 $23,229.00 – D-07 $29,036.00 Per Annum; Prom: D-01 $23,229.00 – D-18 $40,941.00 Per Annum.

Job Description Summary

Performs manual work involved in the general grounds, maintenance and beautification of public parks, recreational areas, public buildings, and related facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Training:

• Six months of general maintenance work; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training providing the minimum knowledge, abilities, and skills.

Qualifications Required

• A high school diploma; or
• Successful completion of General Education Development (GED) Test; or
• The equivalent of a general education high school program; or
• Successful completion of a certification program, from a recognized accredited or certified vocational technical institution, in a specialized field for the job.

Preferred Qualifications

None.

Minimum Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Ability to perform grounds maintenance work on public parks, public buildings, and recreational areas. Ability to maintain and make minor repairs on buildings, benches, tables, and other facilities within public parks and recreational areas. Ability to operate hand and power tools and equipment used in the general maintenance and beautification of public parks and recreational areas. Ability to perform heavy manual work under unfavorable weather conditions. Ability to apply safe work practices on the job. Ability to work effectively with the public and employees. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.

Illustrative Examples of Work

Maintains and cares for lawns, hedges, trees, and shrubbery by cleaning, watering, fertilizing, trimming, mowing, sweeping and raking; performs general gardening work. Maintains and makes minor repairs on buildings, benches, tables, and other facilities located within public and recreational areas. Maintains football fields, baseball diamonds, and other recreational facilities. Operates hand and power tools and equipment used in the general maintenance and beautification of public parks and recreational areas. Applies safe work practices on the job. Performs related duties as required.

Other Information

Education

Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to upload a certified copy of the documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, high school diploma, or GED certification) with their online application. Upon selection, the candidate must submit official transcripts to the University of Guam Human Resources Office.

Veterans / Disability Preference

Applicants claiming veteran’s preference points must provide a copy of the DD‑214. Those claiming compensable disability must provide a letter from the Veterans Administration. Applicants claiming disability preference should submit a Government of Guam Certification, certified by the Director of Public Health and Social Services.

Preferential Hiring Status

As a recipient of an educational loan or merit scholarship, you are entitled to first offer of employment in accordance with Public Law 15‑127. To claim preferential hire, upload your eligibility letter from the University of Guam Financial Aid Office with your application. Preference hiring is only awarded for initial employment and declining an offer will result in removal of preferential hire status.

Work Eligibility

Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All job‑related factors may be investigated. All information obtained may be used to determine eligibility under EEOC guidelines. The applicant releases previous employers and job‑related sources from legal liability.

Physical Examination

College or university employees must undergo a physical examination, including a test for tuberculosis, prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report must be conducted by a licensed physician and submitted upon request.

Work Authorization

Applicants must present eligibility to work in the U.S. within 72 hours of reporting for employment. The University of Guam complies with federal law and will verify identity and eligibility.

Budgetary Constraints

Due to budgetary constraints, UOG will not pay the additional application cost of $100,000 required by the U.S. Presidential Proclamation for H‑1B visa applicants.

Police and Court Clearance

Applicants selected must provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances no more than 3 months old prior to employment. Off‑island applicants must obtain clearances from their residence. Applicants are responsible for fees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Guam is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Public Law 24‑109 regarding the ADA. Assistance in EEO/ADA matters and Title IX inquiries may be referred to the EEO/Title IX Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Phone: (671) 735‑2244; TTY (671) 735‑2243; or the Office of Civil Rights.

Job Open Date

06/26/2026

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS TO ESTABLISH A LIST OF ELIGIBLES (SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS).

Additional Information

Contact Information

For further inquiries, contact the University of Guam Human Resources Office at (671) 735‑2350 or [e-mail].

Application Process

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you meet the following minimum qualification as stated in the job announcement? a) Six months of general maintenance work; or b) Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the minimum knowledge, abilities, and skills.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• High School Diploma or GED Certification

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Certification(s)/Certificate(s)
• Driver's License
• DD‑214 (If applicable; see Veterans/Disability Preference)
• Certification Letter of Disability (If applicable; see Veterans/Disability Preference)
• Eligibility Letter of Preferential Hire (If applicable; see Preferential Hire Status)
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Other