Seasonal Landscape & Grounds Specialist

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma is seeking Seasonal Temporary Landscape & Grounds Specialists to maintain and enhance the campus green spaces. This role involves outdoor work, operating lawn care equipment, and supporting campus events and seasonal projects.

No prior landscaping certification is required; a valid Oklahoma Driver's License is needed or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. Work hours and shifts may vary with the season.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, and landscaped areas.
• Operate landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
• Assist with planting, watering, pruning, and general grounds upkeep.
• Support campus events and seasonal projects.
• Work as part of a dedicated, team-oriented environment.

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted salary $14.04 per hour, based on experience

Benefits Eligible:False

Work Schedule:Other

Travel:Not required

Pay Range:Targeted salary: $14.04 per hour, based on experience

Benefits Eligible:No

Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, work hours will shift due to winter season, weather, and projects

Travel:Not required

Position Introduction

Love working outdoors and taking pride in a job well done? The University of Oklahoma is seeking Seasonal Temporary Landscape & Grounds Specialists to help maintain and enhance the beauty of one of Oklahoma’s most iconic campuses.
From tree-lined walkways to vibrant green spaces, our grounds team plays a vital role in creating a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. If you enjoy hands-on work, being active, and making a visible impact every day—this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, and landscaped areas.
• Operate landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
• Assist with planting, watering, pruning, and general grounds upkeep.
• Support campus events and seasonal projects.
• Work as part of a dedicated, team-oriented environment.

Required Education and Experience

• None

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date.

Department Preferences

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Physical capability to perform landscaping and grounds tasks
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and team-focused mindset
• Landscaping or grounds experience is helpful, but not required

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Special Indications

• Hiring contingent upon driver's license check

Required Education:

None.

Required Experience:

None.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date