Groundskeeper I: Lawn Care & Irrigation

Texas Womans University; Denton, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Woman’s University is seeking a Groundskeeper I to maintain lawns, plants, and athletic areas, and assist with sprinkler installations. The role requires adherence to university policies and the ability to perform tasks under supervision.

No prior experience required; sixth months preferred. Candidates should have a valid Texas driver’s license, reliable attendance, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn practices, materials, tools and machines used in lawn care and gardening.
• Endurance to perform tasks for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to climb trees and work at heights.
• Ability to understand and follow simple written and oral instructions.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Maintains lawns by grading and raking soil, planting and watering grass, fertilizing and mowing turf.
• Cares for plants by preparing beds, planting, watering, hoeing, fertilizing, pruning and spraying.
• Picks up all trash and rubbish on grounds and maintains appearance of assigned area.
• Maintains tools, equipment and materials used in gardening and grounds keeping.
• Maintains athletic areas such as football fields or golf courses.
• Assists with the maintenance, repair and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Loads and transports equipment to the work site.
• Assists in sanding ice covered roads and sidewalks during inclement weather.

Skills

Horticulture basics

8-hour stamina

Tree climbing

Follow instructions

Emergency response

Education

Tenth grade preferred

Tools

Lawn mowers

Tractors

Edgers

Sprinkler systems

Job description

Texas Woman’s University is seeking a Groundskeeper I to maintain lawns, plants, and athletic areas, and assist with sprinkler installations. The role requires adherence to university policies and the ability to perform tasks under supervision.

No prior experience required; sixth months preferred. Candidates should have a valid Texas driver’s license, reliable attendance, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions.