Job Details
Job Title: Groundskeeper I
Location: UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 300947
About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from…
certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Groundskeeper I position on the Gainesville Campus. This position is responsible for landscape work and events set up in a University environment.
Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the university’s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.
Responsibilities
- Physically demanding manual labor consisting of lawn care, mowing, edge, trim, and maintaining lawns to establish university standards. Weed, mulch, water, and maintain flower beds and landscape areas. Plant seasonal flowers, shrubs, trees, and groundcover. Snow & ice pre treatment and removal if needed.
- Operate basic and mid-sized landscaping equipment, riding and zero turn mowers, tractors and implements, dump trucks, utility vehicles). Perform preventative and minor corrective maintenance on assigned equipment. Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues, clean and maintain assigned equipment after use. Load, unload, and transport tools, equipment, and materials.
- Prune shrubs and low-hanging tree limbs under supervision. Remove leaves, litter, and other debris from campus grounds. Assist with irrigation repairs and watering schedules.
- Other duties as assigned, including building or property maintenance support as needed.
- Event set-up and breakdown support. Set up and remove tables, chairs, tents, barricades, and signage for campus events. Assist with special campus projects and university functions.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Ability to operate power tools, large landscape machinery and heavy equipment.
- Must be able to perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Must be able to understand and follow specific oral and written instruction.
- Must have the ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, often in adverse weather conditions.
- Must be able to work at heights up to 65 feet.
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Grounds/landscaping experience preferred
Proposed Salary
The proposed salary is: $12.77-$14.05 hour.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact Information for Three Professional References
