Groundskeeper III

Overview

Groundskeeper III – Facilities Management Services
Building Services:
Landscape & Grounds Maintenance

Salary:
Competitive salary of $35,360 ($17 an hour) with great benefits!

Location:

Downtown Atlanta Campus (Location subject to change)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday | 6:00 am - 2:30 pm (Shift subject to change)

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

The ideal candidate performs groundskeeping and landscape maintenance duties. Serves as a work group leader and may help train/orient Groundskeeper I/II employees on methods and procedures. Assignments will generally fall into one of the following groups, with possible overlap as needed:

• Organizes the work assignments of Groundskeeper I/II employees; prepares simple reports on the work performance.
• Issues equipment and supplies to grounds crew employees.
• Inspects the campus for needed cleaning and repair.
• Inspects the work of Grounds Keeper I/II employees and makes corrections as needed.
• Trains Groundskeeper I/II employees in landscaping methods and proper groundskeeping practices and procedures.
• Performs grounds cleaning duties in the absence of co-workers; helps with large cleaning tasks.
• Performs groundskeeping duties for absent co-workers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and two years of groundskeeping experience.
• A valid Georgia driver's license is required.

Preferred Hiring

Qualifications:

• Landscaping experience, especially in large-scale landscaping, is preferred.
• Vocational training in horticulture or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of proper landscaping methods, practices, and equipment.
• Knowledge of properly caring for plants, trees, shrubbery, and grasses.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in groundskeeping (lawnmowers, weed-eaters, shears, trimmers, etc.).
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

College/Business Unit:
Facilities Management Services
Department:
Facilities Management Services Division

Location:

Atlanta Campus

Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m.
Salary: $35,360
Pay Grade: 7
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Special Instructions:
To be fully considered for this position, submit:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume (recommended)

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Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, disability, or other protected class. The university adheres to applicable equal employment opportunity laws and policies. A comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background checks may be required for the selected candidate. Clery Act information and related campus safety policies are observed as applicable.