Groundskeeper (Clay Center, NE)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and care for their property. Key responsibilities include mowing, planting, and general maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in grounds care, and the ability to lift heavy objects.

Qualifications

• At least one month of directly related training/experience in grounds care.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company property and surrounding area.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment used.
• Assist maintenance department as needed.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to read and follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Department

Department USMARC-0937

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250352

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/06/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/16/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center ( USMARC ) is a 34,000-acre facility near Clay Center, NE. All work performed at USMARC supports research that is focused on solving high priority problems for the U.S. beef, sheep, and swine industries.

As the Groundskeeper, you will:

• Maintain company property and surrounding area.
• Cut grass, trim, rake leaves, clean areas.
• Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs along with pruning trees and shrubs, using gardening tools.
• Water lawn and shrubs, using hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler systems.
• Spray lawn, shrubs and trees with fertilizer, herbicides and insecticides, using hand or automatic sprayer.
• Maintains driveways, parking lots, and walkways by removing debris, litter, snow and ice.
• Spread salt on public passage ways to prevent ice buildup.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment used.
• Perform routine, repetitive tasks, using standard procedures, tools, materials, equipment or machinery.
• Help maintenance department as needed.

Position requires the ability to read and follow directions; operate industrial lawn equipment; and lift up to 50 pounds.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus at least one month of directly related training and/or experience in grounds care and grounds care equipment maintenance is required for carrying out the responsibilities for this job.
• Valid driver’s license with eligibility to drive on UNL business required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.
• Availability to assist with emergencies outside of normal working hours required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training and/or experience in the following fields is helpful but not required: grounds care and grounds care equipment maintenance.
• Turf and building pesticide applications license preferred but not required.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

How to Apply

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Clay Center, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please describe your grounds maintenance experience, including years of experience.

  (Open Ended Question)