Part Time Grounds Keeper - Rock Eagle - Temporary

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a groundskeeper to maintain lawns, fields, and outdoor spaces across campus, including sports fields and building exteriors.

You will operate mowing machines, weed eaters, backpack blowers, chainsaws, and other landscaping tools. Assist with trimming, pruning, debris removal, and basic maintenance tasks to support campus operations.

Qualifications

• General maintenance and landscaping experience preferred.
• Ability to operate lawn care equipment and use chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate lawnmowers, edgers, and weed whackers.
• Operate backpack blowers to clean roads, sidewalks, roofs and gutters.
• Trash pickup around center; remove downed trees and limbs.
• Prune and trim bushes, shrubs and trees; apply herbicides as needed.
• Assist with general maintenance in areas such as plumbing, AV, electrical, painting and HVAC.

Skills

Lawn care tools operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Lawn mowers

Backpack blowers

Chippers

Job description

Position Summary

Job duties will include, but are not limited to:
Mowing grass with zero turn, stand up, walk-behind and push-type lawnmowers. Weed‑eating turf edges, large areas, hillsides, and lake edges. Edging curbs, roads, sidewalks, and other areas. Trimming trees, bushes, hedges, and other landscaped areas. Picking up, grinding limbs, and working with a Brush Bandit chipper, or similar equipment. Hand stacking rip‑rap stone and other type landscaping rock. Spreading pine straw, wheat straw, and grass seed. Lining and painting football fields. Knowledge of proper use of chainsaws and other related equipment. Will climb onto roofs (using a ladder) to blow off roofs and clean gutters on all buildings. Spraying chemicals to control weeds, insects, etc. Assist with center trash collection, building set up and breakdowns as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operating lawnmowers, edgers, and weed whackers
• Operating backpack blowers to blow roads, sidewalks, roofs and gutters
• Trash pickup around center. Removal of downed trees and limbs
• Pruning and trimming of bushes, shrubs and trees. Spraying herbicides to control weeds.
• Assist with general maintenance in areas such as plumbing, AV, electrical, painting and HVAC

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Familiar with all types of lawn mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, and backpack sprayers. Experience with mixing and spraying all types of chemicals from weed killers to insecticide. Familiar with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and Propane gas.
Dependable, courteous, and have good communication skills.

Physical Demands

Working in extreme weather conditions and complete work‑related tasks in such conditions. Work on roofs and on ladders. Driving as needed to perform job tasks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

Background Investigation

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Jon Miller
Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]