Working Warhawk - Student Groundskeeper

Auburn University; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a student assistant to support landscaping and grounds maintenance across campus. Responsibilities include planting, mulching, weed control, and assisting with event setups to enhance campus aesthetics.

You will work with the Facilities Management team, follow safety guidelines, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic outdoor environment. Must be enrolled and capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled student at the university.
• Previous landscaping or grounds maintenance experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and a good work ethic.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Landscaping & lawn care: maintain flower beds, shrubs, and perform weeding.
• Cleaning and maintenance: empty trash, sweep, and clean outdoor spaces.
• General grounds upkeep: operate tools and perform minor repairs.
• Assisting with special projects: event setups and campus beautification.
• Safety & compliance: wear PPE and report hazards to supervisor.

Skills

Enrolled student

Grounds maintenance

Team player

Job description

Overview

This posting requires a resume to complete the application. The Career Development Center provides resume review service to students, please visit www.aum.edu/career/students to submit a resume document for review.

Overview

This posting requires a resume to complete the application. The Career Development Center provides resume review service to students, please visit www.aum.edu/career/students to submit a resume document for review.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities: 1. Landscaping & Lawn Care: o Maintaining flower and shrub beds, and weeding areas around campus. o Planting, watering, and maintaining seasonal flowers, shrubs, and trees. o Assisting with mulching and other gardening tasks as required. o Removal of limbs from the campus grounds. 2. Cleaning and Maintenance: o Emptying trash cans and recycling bins around campus grounds. o Blowing sidewalks, parking lots, and other outdoor pathways. o Cleaning outdoor spaces such as courtyards, patios, and seating areas. o Removal of trash and other debris from campus grounds. 3. General Grounds Upkeep: o Maintaining outdoor equipment, tools, and vehicles used for groundskeeping. o Performing minor repairs on outdoor facilities and structures (e.g., benches, fences, etc.). 4. Assisting with Special Projects: o Helping with event setups, including arranging outdoor spaces for campus events and activities. o Supporting campus beautification initiatives and sustainability projects. 5. Safety & Compliance: o Ensuring that all safety guidelines and procedures are followed when using groundskeeping equipment and materials. o Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing tasks. o Reporting any hazards or concerns to the supervisor promptly.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Must be a currently enrolled student at the university. Previous landscaping or grounds maintenance experience is a plus but not required.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to work in various weather conditions.

• Strong attention to detail and a good work ethic. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently when necessary.

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