Part Time Grounds Keeper - Rock Eagle - Temporary

University of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Georgia is seeking a Part-Time Grounds Keeper for temporary employment at the Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Responsibilities include operating various lawn care equipment, performing landscaping tasks, and assisting with general maintenance. Candidates should be familiar with landscaping practices and have the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. This role requires driving and working directly with children.

Qualifications

• Familiar with operating various outdoor maintenance equipment.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Driving is required to perform job tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operating lawnmowers and other landscaping equipment.
• Performing trash pickup and general maintenance.
• Climbing onto roofs to clean gutters.

Skills

Familiar with all types of lawn mowers

Experience with mixing and spraying chemicals

Familiar with plumbing and electrical tasks

Tools

Lawnmowers

Weed whackers

Chainsaws

Backpack blowers

Job description

Part Time Grounds Keeper - Rock Eagle - Temporary

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Posting Details

Position Details: G/R29758P – Part Time Grounds Keeper – Rock Eagle – Temporary. Department: CAES-Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Employment Type: Employee, Additional Schedule Information: Schedule will vary based on the needs of the center. Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience. Anticipated Start Date: 06/09/2025. Posting Date: 05/30/2025. Closing Date: Open Until Filled.

Location of Vacancy: Rock Eagle 4-H Center.

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, veteran status or other protected status.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Operating lawnmowers, edgers, and weed whackers – 35% of time
• Operating backpack blowers to blow roads, sidewalks, roofs and gutters – 25% of time
• Trash pickup around center, removal of downed trees and limbs – 15% of time
• Pruning and trimming bushes, shrubs and trees, spraying herbicides to control weeds – 15% of time
• Assisting with general maintenance (plumbing, AV, electrical, painting, HVAC) – 10% of time

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 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.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and/or 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.

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.

Other Requirements

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P‑Card? No
Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does this position have Security Access? Yes

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, 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.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Jon Miller
Email: [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information