Groundskeeper III

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,600 - 42,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Job summary

Georgia State University is hiring a Groundskeeper III for their Facilities Management Services at the Downtown Atlanta Campus. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of groundskeeping experience and a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities include organizing work assignments, inspecting the campus, training junior groundskeepers, and performing cleaning duties. A competitive salary ranging from $35,600 to $42,700 is offered along with great benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of groundskeeping experience required.
• A valid Georgia driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Organizes work assignments for groundscrew employees.
• Inspects campus for cleaning and repair needs.
• Issues equipment and supplies to the grounds crew.
• Trains Groundskeeper I/II employees in landscaping methods.
• Performs grounds cleaning duties as needed.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Effective communication

Ability to operate groundskeeping tools

Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawnmowers

Weed-eaters

Trimmers

Hand tools

Job description

Groundskeeper III

Salary: Competitive salary of $35,600 - $42,700. Benefits: great benefits.

Location: Downtown Atlanta Campus (Location subject to change).

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Shift subject to change).

Responsibilities

• Organizes the work assignments of Groundskeeper I/II employees; prepares simple reports on work performance.
• Issues equipment and supplies to grounds crew employees.
• Inspects the campus for needed cleaning and repair.
• Inspects the work of Groundskeeper I/II employees and makes corrections as needed.
• Trains Groundskeeper I/II employees in landscaping methods and proper groundskeeping practices and procedures.
• Performs grounds cleaning duties in the absence of co-workers; helps with large cleaning tasks.
• Performs groundskeeping duties for absent co-workers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two years of groundskeeping experience.
• A valid Georgia driver's license is required.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications

• Landscaping experience, especially in large-scale landscaping, is preferred.
• Vocational training in horticulture or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of proper landscaping methods, practices, and equipment.
• Knowledge of properly caring for plants, trees, shrubbery, and grasses.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in groundskeeping, such as lawnmowers, weed-eaters, shears, trimmers, etc.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services.

Open until filled.