Grounds Keeper

Overview

Grounds Keeper

Job

Location:

Augusta University
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

About Us:

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. Augusta University is committed to our mission and values and aims to support a healthy, educated, and prosperous Georgia.

Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division maintains interior and exterior facilities, construction, space management, and environmental services for a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment.

The Grounds Keeper maintains and beautifies grounds, maintains grounds equipment, set ups, and performs waste management.

• Maintains ground covers, shrubs, trees, and turf grass: prunes shrubs and trees; mows lawns with proper equipment; collects and removes lawn cuttings and debris; trims around signs, trees, valve boxes and edges along walks, curbs, and beds; controls weeds; applies mulch and herbicides; applies fertilizer; hand waters new plants and trees; inspects lawns and beds for obstacles.
• Maintains grounds equipment: performs routine maintenance on equipment; cleans equipment after use; notifies crew leader and supervisor of safety or performance issues.
• Operates vehicles and equipment: checks oil and fluid levels; cleans vehicles; operates vehicles and tractors safely.
• Performs waste management: cleans and empties waste containers; removes litter from campus grounds, parking lots, and streets; removes chewing gum from sidewalks and porches.
• Assists with event setups: completes work orders for special events; assists with tents, preparation of locations, and post-event cleanup.
• Cleans and organizes grounds warehouse: sweeps floors, maintains tools, stores equipment properly, and secures flammable containers.
• Performs related work as required: wears uniform, maintains hygiene, treats others with respect, assists with additional tasks such as pressure washing and pest control; transports equipment and supplies as needed; performs other duties as instructed by supervisor.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; or one year of experience in a similar position in a commercial, hospital, or industrial environment. Valid driver's license required to operate golf carts and vehicles.

Three years of experience in grounds maintenance, or equivalent training and experience.

• Knowledge:
  Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the grounds trade; standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the grounds trade.
• Skills:
  
  Use and care of tools and equipment; excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication.
• Abilities:
  Able to lift/carry 75 lbs; maintain confidentiality; follow oral and written instructions; valid drivers license to operate golf carts and vehicles; work independently and as a team; work well with coworkers, supervisors, and faculty.

Shift: Days, Monday–Friday
Pay Band: 1
Salary: $15.00/hour; salary may be commensurate with qualifications within the established range (minimum to midpoint).

Recruitment period and application details:
Augusta University offers a range of benefits to full-time employees. Employment is conditioned on successful background checks, driver history review, and other standard pre-employment requirements. All employees are expected to maintain confidentiality and adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies. The university is tobacco-free.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Apply at the university careers site. For assistance, contact Human Resources at .