Groundskeeper I

Responsibilities

• Mows, edges, strings trims, weeds, prunes and mulches with hand and/or power equipment.
• Installs and removes plant material, such as flowers, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, grasses, as needed to amend campus landscaping.
• Collects and removes litter and debris from campus areas, including emptying trash receptacles and replacing plastic liners.
• Operates state vehicle as required.
• Participates in preventative maintenance program on departmental equipment.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Normal Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Position Information

This position is considered essential personnel as defined by UF Policy. This position requires a criminal background check and post-offer health assessment and hearing evaluation. Employee must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver’s License.

Salary and Benefits

Expected Salary: $15.00 Hourly based on experience

Qualifications

• Completion of the 9th Grade Education.
• Knowledge of grounds keeping techniques.
• Skills in using lawn mowers, tree trimmers & cutters and other garden tools.
• Ability to maintain lawns and grounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• GI-BMP Certification may be preferred but not required.

Special Instructions

This position requires an application to be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Multiple vacancies will be filled from this posting. A health assessment is required for this position.