Groundskeeper

Arizona State University; Glendale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition Reduction Program

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking a Groundskeeper at the West campus in Glendale, AZ to maintain landscaped areas and perform maintenance on irrigation and grounds equipment. The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 5:00 a.m.

to 1:30 p.m., with a $20.12/hour rate and a strong emphasis on safety and standards. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid Arizona driver’s license, and the ability to operate and repair irrigation systems, mowers, trimmers, and related tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with grounds maintenance and equipment preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain irrigation systems.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas on campus using best practices.
• Operate mowers, trimmers, edgers, and other grounds equipment.
• Prune trees and shrubs to standards.
• Plant shrubs, trees, and flowers.
• Perform minor irrigation repairs and monitoring.
• Adhere to safety standards.
• Drive university vehicles or carts.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Grounds equipment operation

Planting shrubs/trees/flowers

Lawn mowing & maintenance

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Leaf sweepers

Line trimmers

Hedge trimmers

Blowers

Power washer

Chain saw

Shovels & hand tools

Job description

## GroundskeeperApply: Campus: West: Full time: Posted 28 Days Ago: End Date: October 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR121529**Job Profile:**Facilities Assistant 1 Non-Exempt**Job Family:**Facilities Management**Time Type:**Full time**Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.****Minimum Qualifications:**High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Profile Summary: Supports facility and equipment inspection, maintenance, and repairs to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage.**Job Description:****Time Type:**Full time**Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.****Minimum Qualifications:**High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. **Job Description:**Facilities Management, West campus, seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain grounds and participate in all types of grounds maintenance activities.**Essential Duties*** Maintain landscaped areas on campus utilizing best management practices.* Operate lawn mowers, edgers, various hand tools and vehicles associated with ground maintenance and landscaping tasks.* Prune trees and shrubs to University standards.* Plant shrubs, trees, and flowers.* Perform minor irrigation repairs and monitoring.* Conduct trash and debris removal as needed.* Perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required.* Adhere to departmental safety standards.* Perform other duties as assigned.**DAYS AND SCHEDULE:** Monday – Friday; 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.*This position is based at ASU’s West Valley campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.***Salary Rate**$20.12 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.**Desired Qualifications**Any experience which provides knowledge, skills and ability to perform the work. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.Experience in:* repairing/maintaining irrigation systems* using and operating grounds equipment and/or tools (e.g. leaf sweepers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, hand truck, power lift gate, hammer drill, chain saw, basic hand tools, etc.)* planting shrubs, trees, flowers, pruning trees/shrubs* operating riding, push lawn mowers, and other turf related equipment* power washer operation* trash compactor operation* minor equipment maintenance (e.g. oil changes, blade sharpening, filter changes, spark plug changes, use of grease gun, etc.)* work that requires customer service skillsEvidence of effective communication skills**Working Environment*** Activities regularly require long periods of exposure to external elements indigenous to a desert environment, weather, potential exposure to venomous insects, insecticides, herbicides and fertilizers.* Regularly required to operate a variety of landscaping equipment, tools and machines requiring extended periods of walking over uneven and occasionally rocky surfaces, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting and pushing objects of varying weights up to 50 pounds.* Regular use of mowers, trimmers, edgers, shears, spreaders, hoses, hand and power tools/machines.* May regularly operate a motor vehicle as assigned.* This position receives regular review of daily work tasks to ensure adherence with established standards for quality, aesthetics, and quantity.* Drive University vehicles and/or carts.* May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator).* Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.**Department Statement:****What’s in it for you?**Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as a work/life balance? ASU offers the following:* Flexible work schedules* 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.* Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition* 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child* Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits* Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)* Paid time for volunteer and professional development* Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings* Disability and leave program for income protection* Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges* ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnershipsASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.This position is located at the West campus, 4701 W. Thunderbird Road, Glendale, AZ.*This position is based at ASU’s West Valley campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.*This position requires that you must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.