Groundskeeper I (Multiple Positions)

Arizona International; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability programs

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reduction

Job summary

The University of Arizona is hiring a Groundskeeper I to join the Grounds Services team. Responsibilities include routine landscape maintenance, planting, pruning, and supporting campus events with cleanup and setup. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license.

This is a full-time position within the Facilities Mgmt & Services group. Two vacancies exist with a target hire date in late November 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive per policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain outdoor spaces by removing weeds, litter and debris from landscapes and hard surfaces.
• Perform mowing, pruning, trimming, weeding, watering and planting according to species.
• Install or renovate landscapes as directed.
• plant trees, shrubs, ground covers and flowers.
• Place mulch, soil, rocks and boulders as needed.
• Support campus events with setup, trash/recycling containers and post-event cleanup.
• Ensure event spaces are clean, safe and prepared for guests.

Skills

Communication skills

Non-powered tools

Power equipment

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand pruners

Loppers

Hedge pruners

Shovels

Rakes

Brooms

Scoops

Lawn mowers

Backpack blowers

Chainsaws

Pressure washers

Job description

Groundskeeper I (Multiple Positions)

Position Highlights

The University Facility Services Grounds Department is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Groundskeeper to join our team. Grounds Services is an award-winning team that cares for the beautiful University of Arizona campus, its employees, and the campus community.

We are interested in applicants who are passionate about the groundskeeping trade and are eager to join us in keeping the University of Arizona beautiful. From planting and maintaining flowers to pruning trees and shrubs, our staff ensures the clean, safe, and orderly appearance of the grounds, structures, and facilities across the University.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain the appearance of outdoor spaces by removing and disposing of weeds, litter, trash, and debris from landscape areas, as well as outdoor hard surfaces, including but not limited to patios, plazas, sidewalks, bike paths, and curb lines.
• Perform general landscaping tasks such as mowing, pruning, trimming, weeding, watering, and planting according to species using appropriate horticultural practices.
• Install or renovate landscapes as directed.
• Plant trees, shrubs, ground covers, cacti, and flowers.
• Place organic and inorganic landscape materials such as mulch, soil, and various-sized rocks and boulders.
• Support University outdoor events through setup and by providing temporary trash and recycling containers, occasional staffing throughout an event, and post-event breakdown and cleanup.
• Ensure event spaces are clean, safe, and prepared for guests before, during, and after events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups and individuals.
• Ability to use non-powered equipment such as hand pruners, loppers, hedge pruners, shovels, rakes, brooms, and scoops.
• Ability to safely operate battery- or gas-powered equipment such as utility carts, motor vehicles, handheld and backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, line trimmers, lawn mowers, and pressure washers.
• Capable of navigating uneven surfaces and working outdoors in varying weather conditions for the majority of the workday.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of groundskeeping experience.
• Experience working for a university, school district, city agency, state agency, or parks department.
• State-certified pesticide applicator license.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$16.50-$18.75

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

2

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

OC1

Job Family

Facilities Mgmt & Services

Job Function

Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

2

Target Hire Date

11/23/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

[e-mail]

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

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