Groundskeeper-Associate (Entry Level)

uthscsa.edu; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to perform routine lawn and landscape maintenance on campus. Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, sod work, and tending flowerbeds, with irrigation system upkeep and minor repairs.

The role requires safe operation of grounds equipment and adherence to safety procedures. Under supervision, you will learn to handle more advanced tasks and participate in training to expand your skills.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of landscaping methods and techniques.
• Familiarity in operation of equipment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, and edges turf grass areas.
• Prunes trees and trim shrubs.
• Grades, seeds and lays sod.
• Maintains flowerbeds or other decorative landscaping.
• Installs and maintains irrigation systems; performs minor repairs.
• Maintains walkways, driveways and parking lots; remove ice and snow as needed.
• Reports safety issues and equipment problems.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on equipment.
• Adheres to established safety procedures.
• Develops and applies new skills through training.
• Completes duties as assigned.

Skills

Landscaping basics

Equipment operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Autonomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Under direct supervision, responsible for providing routine semi-skilled landscaping and care in the maintenance of the grounds. Upkeeps and cultures lawn, plants, hedges, trees, and general maintenance of grounds.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, and edges turf grass areas.
• Prunes trees and trim shrubs.
• Grades, seeds and lays sod.
• Grades, lays out, replaces, tends and maintains flowerbeds or other decorative landscaping.
• Installs, maintains and performs minor repairs of irrigation systems.
• Maintains walkways, driveways and parking lots to include removing ice and snow.
• Maintains grounds clean and reports broken or leaking hydrants, faulty sprinkler system equipment and any unsightly plant or material conditions on the grounds.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and grounds equipment.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Applies basic and develops advanced skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization.
• Performs more advanced functions as part of training and development.
• Resolves routine questions and problems, and refers complex issues to higher levels.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of landscaping methods and techniques.
• Familiarity in operation of equipment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

Education

• Highschool diploma or GED is required.

License

• Valid TX driver's license is required - must have a clear driving record.

Required Skills

• None

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

About Us

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture.

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7871
• Job Category Facilities & Engineering Oper
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 06:53 PM
• Locations 0004 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Organization B5800 - Facilities Mgt, I5000 - Facilities & Capital Planning, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center