Groundskeeper - 531125

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform landscape and flower installation and maintenance. Work is outdoors in all weather, and positions involve driving university vehicles between sites across campus.

Shifts may extend beyond 8 hours, with overtime and other duties as needed. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and pass a post-offer drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
• Must be at least 19 years old at time of hire and pass post-offer drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic labor for landscape and flower installation and maintenance.
• Works outdoors in all types of weather.
• Drives University vehicles between sites and locations.
• Overtime and extended shifts may be required depending on conditions.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

None

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range

Minimum: $15.19 - Midpoint: $17.45 (Hourly N1)

Department/Organization

504103 - Grounds

Normal Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm, Overtime and other work after normal hours as needed

Job Summary

The Groundskeeper provides basic labor for landscape and flower installation and maintenance. Works outdoors in all types of weather. Drives University vehicles such as trucks, golf carts, mowers, and tractors from site-to-site.

Additional Department Summary

Shifts may exceed 8 hours per day depending on the condition of the grounds and campus event schedules. Performs work at various locations, including events such as football games. Requires overtime, sometimes on short notice.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications

Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge

Ability to stand, walk, lift, and carry groundskeeping equipment for prolonged periods. Ability to work in all types of weather conditions and temperatures.

Background Investigation Statement

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.

More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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