Groundskeeper III

Join our team as a Groundskeeper and help state agencies maintain professional, clean, and safe grounds for customers and employees.

About The Role

Location: Calvin Rampton Bldg., 4501 S 2700 W, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114-8455, United States. Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Mow, rake, water, and fertilize lawns.
• Plant, transplant, water, fertilize, and trim flowers and shrubs.
• Assist with general maintenance of sprinkler systems.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of lawnmowers, snow blowers, and other small groundskeeping equipment.
• Apply herbicides, pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers, and other chemical compounds as needed.
• Lead other groundskeepers in functional supervisory roles.
• Remove snow.
• Act as an expert resource for management, co-workers, and others; provide support, consultation, expert advice, and facilitate decisions.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging, shoveling, planting, trimming, climbing, lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.), crouching, or crawling.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools and powered lawn/automotive equipment.
• Must be available for on-call duties.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in landscaping and grounds care.
• 1 year of experience using pesticides/herbicides.
• 1 year of experience with irrigation systems.
• A Utah Pesticide Applicator's license (or willingness to earn one within 6 months of hire).
• Reside within 50 miles or 1 hour travel time to the location.

Working Conditions

• Risks requiring special safety precautions and/or equipment (e.g., working around operating machines, hazardous chemicals).
• Considerable and strenuous physical exertion, including frequent climbing, lifting heavy objects, crouching, or crawling in restricted areas.

Pay

$18.40 - $28.59 hourly.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for leadership and skill development.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to community benefits and organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Team-oriented culture valuing cooperation and strong work ethics.
• Work/Life Balance: Emphasis on balance as a vital part of the culture.

About the Agency

The Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) provides professional services to assist State entities in meeting their facility needs for the public's benefit and manages all State-owned facilities. Learn more about DFCM.