The University of Arizona

Groundskeeper I (Multiple Positions)

Closes: Dec 5, 2026

Salary: $17 – $19 per hour

Posting Number: req27186

Department: Facilities Mgmt-Operation Svcs

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

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.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

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.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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).

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50-$18.75

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade

2

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

OC1

Job Family

Facilities Mgmt & Services

Job Function

Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 2

Contact Information for Candidates

HR-UFSPlanning@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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