Groundskeeper I

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

5d

About The Position

The Groundskeeper I participates in campus grounds maintenance, including mowing, edging, string trimming, weeding, pruning, and mulching using hand and/or power equipment. The position installs and removes flowers, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, and grasses as needed to amend campus landscaping. It also participates in litter and debris collection, including emptying trash receptacles and replacing plastic liners; operates a state vehicle; and participates in preventative maintenance of departmental equipment. Other related work may be assigned.

The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position is considered Essential Personnel under UF policy. A criminal background check and post-offer health assessment and hearing evaluation are required. The employee must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver’s License.

Requirements

• Completion of the 9th Grade Education.
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver’s License.
• Complete a criminal background check and post-offer health assessment and hearing evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of groundskeeping techniques.
• Skill in using lawn mowers, tree trimmers and cutters, and other garden tools.
• Ability to maintain lawns and grounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• GI-BMP Certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in grounds maintenance, including mowing, edging, string trimming, weeding, pruning, and mulching with hand and/or power equipment.
• Install and remove plant material, including flowers, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, and grasses, as needed to amend campus landscaping.
• Participate in litter and debris collection, including emptying trash receptacles and replacing plastic liners.
• Operate a state vehicle.
• Participate in preventative maintenance of departmental equipment.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED