Groundskeeper II - 003554, 003703, 008652, 004086

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama's Grounds department on Main Campus in Mobile, AL, is hiring three Groundskeeper IIs. You will mow, edge, prune, mulch, and maintain grounds and irrigation while operating a range of equipment. Working Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m., you’ll help keep campus landscapes in top condition. Minimum qualifications include one year of groundskeeping or related experience and the ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping or related field.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Mows and edges lawns.
• Removes grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, weeds, trash and debris from lawns and landscape areas.
• Trims, prunes, and mulches trees, shrubs and flowers.
• Polices grounds and collects, loads, and hauls away trash.
• Operates irrigation water and chemicals to lawns, trees, flowers, and shrubs as needed.
• Digs holes and plants flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment as required.
• Installs and repairs irrigation systems as needed.
• Regular and prompt attendance and ability to work schedule defined.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Valid driver's license

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number: 003554, 003703, 008652, 004086

Position Title: Groundskeeper II - 003554, 003703, 008652, 004086

Division: Finance and Administration

Department: 173640 - Grounds

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to follow oral and written instructions, one year of groundskeeping or related experience, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

Job Description Summary: The University of South Alabama’s Grounds department is seeking to hire three Groundskeeper IIs. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

• Mows and edges lawns.
• Removes grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, weeds, trash and debris from lawns and landscape areas.
• Trims, prunes, and mulches trees, shrubs and flowers.
• Polices grounds and collects, loads, and hauls away trash.
• Applies irrigation water and chemicals to lawns, trees, flowers, and shrubs as needed or directed.
• Digs holes and plants flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Performs basic fertilization applications on trees and shrubs.
• Operates tools and equipment such as pruner, line trimmer, blower, rake, shovel, push mower, edger, sod cutter, riding mower, tractor-mounted flail/bush hog, hydraulic tree spade, tractor-mounted spreader/sprayer, and high-speed chipper grinder.
• Sweeps streets, driveways and parking lots as needed.
• May be responsible for performing groundskeeping and custodial duties in maintaining a small group of buildings and grounds.
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites or transport materials, including water tanker.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment as required.
• Installs and repairs irrigation systems and guy stakes on trees as needed.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies: 4

Job Open Date: 07/29/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Working Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Location: Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time: Full Time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Supplemental Questions

1. Are you at least 18 years of age?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
3. The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
   • Yes
   • No
4. What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • Less than High School
   • High School Diploma or equivalent
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
5. How many years of related experience do you have?
   • Less than 1 year
   • Between 1 - 3 years
   • Between 3 - 5 years
   • Between 5 - 7 years
   • More than 7 years
6. Do you possess a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
7. How did you hear about this position?
   • USA website
   • LinkedIn
   • Zip Recruiter
   • Indeed
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
   • Facebook
   • Word of mouth
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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