Groundskeeper - Alabama A&M- Grounds

Aramark Correctional Services; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Facilities Management at Alabama A&M University in Huntsville, AL is seeking a dependable Groundskeeper to help maintain the campus environment. You will perform outdoor grounds maintenance to keep walkways, lawns, and landscapes safe and welcoming for students and staff.

This hands-on role involves operating landscaping equipment, following safety standards, and contributing to the appearance of the campus while supporting campus operations year-round.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment or learn quickly
• Strong commitment to safety, attendance, and reliability
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, walk, and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Weed eating and trimming around buildings, sidewalks, and landscaping
• Edging walkways, curbs, and landscaped areas
• Blowing debris from sidewalks, parking lots, and common areas
• Picking up trash, sticks, and other debris across campus grounds
• Mowing lawns and maintaining turf areas
• Assisting with planting, weeding, fertilizing, and seasonal landscaping projects
• Maintaining the cleanliness of sidewalks, parking lots, driveways, and outdoor gathering spaces
• Operating landscaping and grounds equipment, including mowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, blowers, and other power tools
• Assisting with inclement weather response and seasonal grounds maintenance as needed
• Performing basic maintenance and care of groundskeeping equipment
• Following all safety standards and reporting equipment issues promptly

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Reliability

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Aramark Facilities Management at Alabama A&M University Location: Huntsville, AL
Pay Range
$16.00 - $17.50 per hour
Schedule
Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Occasional Saturdays as needed.
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Keep Alabama A&M University Looking Its Best
Are you someone who takes pride in a job well done and enjoys working outdoors? Aramark Facilities Management is seeking a dependable Groundskeeper to help maintain the beautiful campus environment at Alabama A&M University in Huntsville, Alabama.
In this hands-on role, you'll help ensure campus grounds remain clean, safe, and welcoming for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. If you enjoy physical work, working with landscaping equipment, and seeing the results of your efforts every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities

As a Groundskeeper, you'll play an important role in maintaining the appearance and safety of university grounds and outdoor spaces. Daily responsibilities include:

• - Weed eating and trimming around buildings, sidewalks, and landscaping
• - Edging walkways, curbs, and landscaped areas
• - Blowing debris from sidewalks, parking lots, and common areas
• - Picking up trash, sticks, and other debris across campus grounds
• - Mowing lawns and maintaining turf areas
• - Assisting with planting, weeding, fertilizing, and seasonal landscaping projects
• - Maintaining the cleanliness of sidewalks, parking lots, driveways, and outdoor gathering spaces
• - Operating landscaping and grounds equipment, including mowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, blowers, and other power tools
• - Assisting with inclement weather response and seasonal grounds maintenance as needed
• - Performing basic maintenance and care of groundskeeping equipment
• - Following all safety standards and reporting equipment issues promptly

At Aramark, job duties may evolve based on business needs and seasonal requirements.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• - High School Diploma or GED
• - Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• - Authorized to work in the United States
• - Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• - Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment or learn quickly
• - Strong commitment to safety, attendance, and reliability
• - Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, walk, and stand for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• - Previous landscaping, groundskeeping, lawn care, or horticulture experience
• - Experience using commercial landscaping equipment
• - Experience maintaining large campuses, parks, schools, universities, or commercial properties

Ideal Candidate

• - Takes pride in maintaining attractive outdoor spaces
• - Notices details and works independently
• - Has a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• - Is dependable and shows up ready to work every day
• - Cares about the quality of their work and the appearance of the campus

Why Join Aramark?

At Aramark, you'll be part of a team dedicated to creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments. We invest in our employees through training, development opportunities, and a culture built on teamwork and respect.
Whether you're growing your groundskeeping career or bringing previous landscaping experience, you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact while developing valuable skills.

Physical Requirements

• - Frequent standing and walking
• - Repetitive bending, lifting, and reaching
• - Operating landscaping and power equipment
• - Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and other seasonal elements
• - Use of required uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE)

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, Aramark strives to do great things for our employees, partners, communities, and planet. We believe every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and free to participate in all aspects of the company.
Aramark proudly serves millions of guests every day through food and facilities services across the globe. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth.
Aramark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.