Groundskeeper I

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper I maintains lawns, performs general landscaping, and keeps roadways, parking lots, and walkways clear in accordance with the institution’s groundskeeping standards. The role involves basic grounds maintenance and requires attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently outdoors in various weather conditions. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is essential, as is the ability to build and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have some prior experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field.
• Have a valid driver's license in good standing.
• Communicate effectively to perform job duties.
• Know how to use push mowers, riding lawn mowers, and weed eaters.
• Be able to operate push mowers, riding lawn mowers, and weed eaters.
• Be able to work independently without close supervision.
• Be able to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Be able to perform multiple tasks and prioritize assignments.
• Be able to perform repetitive manual work.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns and perform basic grounds maintenance.
• Perform general landscaping.
• Keep roadways, parking lots, and walkways clear to meet institutional groundskeeping standards.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed