"Groundskeeper I"

Job Summary

Perform grounds maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all grounds and campus roads. Mow assigned areas using power movers and tractor-operated mowers. Remove snow and ice from steps, sidewalks, and drives using manual and powered equipment. Remove trash and debris from grounds, buildings and receptacle sites.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous grounds maintenance experience. State of Nebraska 04 pesticide applicators license.

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check: No. Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check: Yes. Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment: Yes. Drug Screen: Yes.

Additional Information

Req Id: 771. Campus Label: University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO). Org Unit: Grounds UNO. Job Location: Omaha, NE 68182. Application Review Date: 8/29/25. Open Until Filled: Yes. Advertised Salary: 13.75-15.75. Job Type: Full-Time. Worksite Eligibility: On-site. Benefits Eligible: Yes. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Ross Denton. Special Instructions to Applicant: The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. Posting Start Date: 9/2/25.