Groundskeeper

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee is seeking a groundskeeper to perform routine maintenance on university properties, including mowing, edging, mulching, pruning, and debris removal.

The role also supports landscaping tasks such as planting shrubs and trees, ensures equipment is in good working order, and requires a valid Florida or Georgia driver's license to operate university vehicles.

Qualifications

• 9th Grade Education
• A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire

Responsibilities

• This position may perform the following groundskeeping maintenance tasks on University properties: mowing, edging, mulching, raking, power blowing, weed eating, pulling weeds, removal of litter and debris from assigned areas, and pruning.
• Assists with landscaping tasks such as planting bushes, shrubs, and trees, preparing newly landscaped areas with soil excavation and removal, and spreading of landscape materials such as pine straw, bark, or rocks.
• Ensures that all manual and power equipment is in proper working condition and reports maintenance problems to the supervisor. Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor or higher authority. Requires a valid driver's license for driving a utility vehicle. Drives University vehicle, as necessary.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor or higher authority.

Education

9th Grade Education

Job description

Responsibilities

This position may perform the following groundskeeping maintenance tasks on University properties: mowing, edging, mulching, raking, power blowing, weed eating, pulling weeds, removal of litter and debris from assigned areas, and pruning.

Department

FSU Grounds Department

Responsibilities

This position may perform the following groundskeeping maintenance tasks on University properties: mowing, edging, mulching, raking, power blowing, weed eating, pulling weeds, removal of litter and debris from assigned areas, and pruning.

Assists with landscaping tasks such as planting bushes, shrubs, and trees, preparing newly landscaped areas with soil excavation and removal, and spreading of landscape materials such as pine straw, bark, or rocks.

Ensures that all manual and power equipment is in proper working condition and reports maintenance problems to the supervisor. Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor or higher authority. Requires a valid driver's license for driving a utility vehicle. Drives University vehicle, as necessary.

Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor or higher authority.

Qualifications

9th Grade Education

A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being re-advertised.Previous applicants need not apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.