Groundskeeper - 528998

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

1d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper provides basic labor for landscape and flower installation and maintenance. Works outdoors in all types of weather. Drives University vehicles such as trucks, golf carts, mowers, and tractors from site-to-site. Shifts may exceed 8 hours per day depending on the condition of the grounds and campus event schedules. Performs work at various locations, including events such as football games. Requires overtime, sometimes on short notice.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with university policies.
• Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
• Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and carry groundskeeping equipment for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources.
• A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position.
• A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic labor for landscape and flower installation and maintenance.
• Works outdoors in all types of weather.
• Drives University vehicles such as trucks, golf carts, mowers, and tractors from site-to-site.
• Performs work at various locations, including events such as football games.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees