Lead Grounds Keeper
Lead Grounds Keeper
Job ID: 289175
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care... Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics... The University System of Georgia...
Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
Providing the highest level of quality service... Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.
Job Summary
This position maintains and beautifies campus grounds, maintains ground equipment, performs set ups for events and performs waste management functions.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Leads Grounds Crews
Participates in and assigns tasks to Grounds keepers... Assist Groundskeepers with entering leave requests in OneUSG
Maintains Groundcovers, Shrubs, Trees, and Turfgrass
Prunes shrubs and trees... Hand waters new plants and trees.
Maintains Grounds Equipment
Performs and records routine maintenance on equipment... Notifies crew leader and supervisor of any performance/safety issues
Operates Vehicles and Light Construction Equipment
Safely operates vehicles... Require training and certification in operation of the motorized personnel lift and forklift
Waste Management
Removes lawn cuttings... Assist with packing waste, yard debris and cardboard roll off containers by operating backhoe
Cleans and Organizes Grounds Warehouse
Sweeps floors... Monitors shop supplies and PPE and submits requests to Foreman
Performs related work as required
Coordinates and assists crews with campus event setups... Assist Maintenance Worker as needed with masonry, irrigation, and painting as deemed necessary by the Foreman
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High School diploma, GED or equivalent from a state or federal accredited organization and five years' experience in grounds maintenance.
Other Required Qualifications
Current valid driver's license to operate AU golf carts and vehicles. Must meet USG requirements to operate AU vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
One (1) years' experience in landscaping/grounds
Ability to Obtain forklift and JLG Man Lift certification or certification already in hand
Good computer skills (familiar with spread sheets and data entry)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Ability to follow specific oral and written instructions... Ability to delegate assignments and review performance
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledgeable of occupational hazards... Experience in landscape chemical applications
SKILLS
Able to read and comprehend location maps... Must be able to work well with co-workers, supervisors, staff, and faculty
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days: Monday-Friday
Pay Band: 2
Salary: $15.77/hourly - $18.89/hourly
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications... Recruitment Period: 8/14/25 Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits...
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University...
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