Groundskeeper I

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

The Groundskeeper I provides routine semi-skilled work in the care and culture of lawns, plants, and flowers and the maintenance of the grounds. Responsibilities include the care and culture of plants, hedges, grass, trees, and general maintenance of grounds.

Requirements

• This position requires a Texas Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License and three (3) years of acceptable driving history.
• Experience with reading and understand verbal instruction.
• Experience with and/or ability to learn the operation of small equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass by using a hand mover or power mower.
• Maintains lawns by planting, cultivating and watering grass.
• Cultivate, prune, trim, transplant, fertilize and water shrubbery, hedges and trees.
• Grades and prepares ground for planting, plants and maintains flower beds, removes leaves and rubbish from grounds, watches for pests, diseases, or other deteriorating agents, and cuts weeds and brush.
• Keeps grounds clean and reports broken or leaking hydrants, and faulty sprinkler system equipment.
• Cleans and cares for tools, equipment, materials, and supplies used in groundskeeping.
• Works in greenhouse and nursery.
• Assists in maintenance of indoor plants.
• Drive a UTA vehicle.
• Assists with other departmental activities when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Considered essential personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees