Groundskeeper I

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $31,200; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Grounds maintenance outdoors
Operate push and riding mowers
Clear roadways and walkways
The Groundskeeper I is responsible for maintaining lawns, general landscaping, and ensuring that roadways, parking lots, and walkways meet the institution's groundskeeping standards

Job Summary

  • The Groundskeeper I is responsible for maintaining lawns, general landscaping, and ensuring that roadways, parking lots, and walkways meet the institution's groundskeeping standards.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs with university contributions.
  • The University of Arkansas is committed to equal opportunity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process.

Matching Summary

The Groundskeeper I is responsible for maintaining lawns, general landscaping, and ensuring that roadways, parking lots, and walkways meet the institution's groundskeeping standards.

Salary

Base: $31,200; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • grounds maintenance outdoors
  • operate push and riding mowers
  • clear roadways and walkways
  • work efficiently in various weather
  • attention to detail
  • repetitive manual work
  • lifting up to 50 lbs

Nice-to-have

  • ability to work independently
  • effective communication skills
  • prioritize multiple tasks
  • create collegial working relationships

Key Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Prior experience in groundskeeping or landscaping
  • Valid Driver's License in good standing
  • Preferred one year groundskeeping experience

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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