Student Grounds & Maintenance Assistant

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Student Assistant to support the College of Agriculture and Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station with upkeep and maintenance of outdoor facilities and properties. The role involves mowing, trimming, and basic repairs to keep grounds safe, functional, and presentable.

All work requires following safety practices while operating lawn equipment; enrolled students will contribute to a hands-on maintenance program and gain valuable experience on campus.

Qualifications

• Enrolled Auburn University student.
• Experience operating lawn equipment and maintaining outdoor spaces.
• Knowledge of safety practices for equipment use near ponds and landscaped areas.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass and perform routine landscaping tasks.
• Weed and trim around buildings, walkways, ponds, and field areas.
• Blow debris and assist with general grounds cleanup.
• Assist with minor carpentry tasks and basic repairs as needed.
• Safely operate lawn and grounds equipment under supervision.
• Complete other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Lawn equipment operation

Grounds maintenance

Education

Enrolled student at Auburn University

Tools

Zero-turn mowers

Weed eaters

Gas-powered blowers

Job description

Auburn University is seeking a Student Assistant to support the College of Agriculture and Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station with upkeep and maintenance of outdoor facilities and properties. The role involves mowing, trimming, and basic repairs to keep grounds safe, functional, and presentable.

All work requires following safety practices while operating lawn equipment; enrolled students will contribute to a hands-on maintenance program and gain valuable experience on campus.