Groundskeeper I (Multiple Positions)

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The University Facility Services Grounds Department is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Groundskeeper to join our team. Grounds Services is an award-winning team that cares for the beautiful University of Arizona campus, its employees, and the campus community. We are interested in applicants who are passionate about the groundskeeping trade and are eager to join us in keeping the University of Arizona beautiful. From planting and maintaining flowers to pruning trees and shrubs, our staff ensures the clean, safe, and orderly appearance of the grounds, structures, and facilities across the University. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
Ability to communicate effectively with different groups and individuals.
Ability to use non-powered equipment such as hand pruners, loppers, hedge pruners, shovels, rakes, brooms, and scoops.
Ability to safely operate battery- or gas-powered equipment such as utility carts, motor vehicles, handheld and backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, line trimmers, lawn mowers, and pressure washers.
Capable of navigating uneven surfaces and working outdoors in varying weather conditions for the majority of the workday.

Nice To Haves

Two years of groundskeeping experience.
Experience working for a university, school district, city agency, state agency, or parks department.
State-certified pesticide applicator license.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Maintain the appearance of outdoor spaces by removing and disposing of weeds, litter, trash, and debris from landscape areas, as well as outdoor hard surfaces, including but not limited to patios, plazas, sidewalks, bike paths, and curb lines.
Perform general landscaping tasks such as mowing, pruning, trimming, weeding, watering, and planting according to species using appropriate horticultural practices.
Install or renovate landscapes as directed.
Plant trees, shrubs, ground covers, cacti, and flowers.
Place organic and inorganic landscape materials such as mulch, soil, and various-sized rocks and boulders.
Support University outdoor events through setup and by providing temporary trash and recycling containers, occasional staffing throughout an event, and post-event breakdown and cleanup.
Ensure event spaces are clean, safe, and prepared for guests before, during, and after events.