Groundskeeper

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition Benefits

Paid time off

Retirement Plan Options

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to maintain campus landscapes under direct supervision. Responsibilities include mowing grass, maintaining flower beds, and operating power equipment.

This full-time role offers competitive salary, medical benefits, and tuition coverage. Ideal candidates should have a valid Texas Driver's License and relevant experience in grounds maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Six months of work experience is acceptable in lieu of a High School diploma.
• Manufacturer's training certificates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus landscapes and hardscapes.
• Perform landscape maintenance, installation, or restoration.
• Assist with events for setup, cleanup, or restoration.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Power equipment operation

Grounds maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, responsible for maintaining the campus landscapes and hardscapes. Work includes morning trash pick-up, maintenance of turf areas, flower beds, shrubs, trees, sidewalks, footpaths, and other ground-based areas. May assist with special events in making the campus a beautiful place to visit.

Salary

$36,421-$37,000 ($17.51-$17.78/hourly) Depending on Qualifications

Pay Basis

Monthly

Position Status

Regular full-time

Location

Richardson

Start Date

10/12/2026

Posting Open Date

09/16/2026

Minimum Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED. Six months of work experience is acceptable in lieu of a High School diploma or GED. Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Manufacturer's training certificates for equipment used in normal job duties.
• 1 - 3 years of grounds maintenance experience.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance, installation, or restoration; mow grass; install, care for, and removal of planting beds; remove debris from walkways and parking lots. Operate, maintain, and repair power equipment or other equipment required to perform these tasks.
• Assists with wide variety of outdoor campus events for preparation, setup, cleanup, or restoration as they occur throughout the year.
• Performs construction, routine maintenance, and labor tasks, and other duties as assigned.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.

Work Notice

Work will be performed on site and in-person. May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure. May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

What we have to offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About UT Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A collection of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.