Groundskeeper - Temporary

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX, United States
$18.00ph
On-site
Operate landscaping equipment
Maintain landscape to university standards
Pick up litter and empty trash receptacles
Provide basic ground maintenance services to maintain the health and appearance of the landscape at The University of Texas at Austin

Job Summary

  • Provide basic ground maintenance services to maintain the health and appearance of the landscape at The University of Texas at Austin.
  • Safely operates landscaping equipment to include push mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers and other hand tools used in landscape work.
  • Driving University owned vehicles to job sites will be required for this and most other functions.

Matching Summary

Provide basic ground maintenance services to maintain the health and appearance of the landscape at The University of Texas at Austin.

Salary

$18.00/hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate landscaping equipment
  • Maintain landscape to university standards
  • Pick up litter and empty trash receptacles
  • Follow written and oral instructions
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Drive University owned vehicles

Nice-to-have

  • Contribute to operational excellence
  • Enhance student experience
  • Work has meaning and impact

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience following basic work instructions
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Stable work history and work ethic
  • Experience with basic computer operations
  • Ability to pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Capable of working in all types of adverse conditions
  • Current driver license
  • Clear Motor Vehicle Report for past 36 months
  • One year experience in landscape maintenance work (preferred)

Work Rights

Not specified

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