Groundskeeper / Landscaper Job at Albany State University, Albany, GA

  • Albany State University
  • Albany, GA

Job Description

Groundskeeper

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining, improving, and beautifying campus grounds, including lawns, athletic fields, landscaping, and hardscapes, to ensure a safe and attractive environment for students, faculty, and visitors. This role generally involves year-round, physically demanding, outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Landscaping & Turf Management: Mowing, edging, and trimming lawns; planting, pruning, and caring for trees, shrubs, and flowers. Grounds Cleaning: Raking leaves, weeding, and clearing debris from sidewalks, parking lots, and walkways. Seasonal Maintenance: Removing snow and ice, spreading salt on walkways, and preparing for campus events. Equipment Operation: Operating and performing minor maintenance on mowers, tractors, blowers, chainsaws, and utility vehicles. Waste Management: Emptying campus trash and recycling containers. Safety & Compliance: Applying pesticides and herbicides according to safety regulations; reporting hazards to supervisors. Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Experience 1 year of previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field. Other Required Qualifications Valid driver's license in good standings.

Experience working at a university.

Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Cover letter. Resume. A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Ability to safely operate landscaping tools and equipment Ability to follow instructions Knowledge of landscaping tools and equipment operation Knowledge of work order system Skilled in customer service Skilled in communication

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University. Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have: a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle a successful pre-employment drug test

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Physical Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects (often 50-100 lbs). Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in uncomfortable positions for long periods. Conditions: Frequent exposure to loud noise, fumes, dust, and extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Work at office

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