Groundskeeper II - 003703

University of South Alabama•Mobile, AL

43d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of South Alabama's Grounds department is seeking to hire a Groundskeeper II. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

One year of groundskeeping or related experience and the ability to follow oral and written instructions, and possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Mows and edges lawns.
Removes grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, trash and debris from lawns and landscape areas.
Prunes shrubbery and trees.
Plants and mulches shrubs, trees and flowers.
Installs stakes and guys on trees as required.
Applies irrigation water to trees, shrubs and flowers.
Applies chemical and fertilizers to lawns, trees, shrubs and flowers.
Operates tools and equipment such as pruner, line trimmer, blower, rake, shovel, push mower, edger, sod cutter, riding mower, tractor mounted flail/bush hog, hydraulic tree spade, tractor mounted spreader/sprayer ad high speed chipper grinder.
Loads and unloads bags of fertilizer, peat moss and other materials weighing up to 60lbs.
Sweeps streets, driveways and parking lots.
Operates a variety of pickup trucks and other trucks, including water tanker.
Maintains and calibrates equipment as required.
Installs and repairs irrigation systems.
Regular and prompt attendance.
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
Related duties as required.