Grounds Worker - Part Time

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50lbs
• Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs
• Repetitive motion.

• Part-time ~ 20 hours per week
• Between 7:00 AM to 3:45 PM

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and may include some nights, weekends, and holiday response.

The STEPS Grounds Worker supports campus maintenance and landscaping to ensure safe, clean, and attractive outdoor environments.

• Ensuring various bins around campus and UK Healthcare are cleaned – including sanitation of bins
• Removing litter, emptying trash, and maintaining cleanliness of grounds, stairwells, and parking garages
• Preparing for and responding to winter weather events, including snow and ice removal at all hours (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Performing post-winter cleanup

This role is essential for maintaining the safety, appearance, and usability of University grounds year-round. UK Facilities Management looks forward to you joining our team to begin making a positive impact at the University today!

Dependability, team player, flexibility, communication, and strong customer service skills.

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6 months of experience performing similar job duties such as groundskeeping, turf and landscaping maintenance.

HS + 1 year experience in groundskeeping; turf and landscaping maintenance

01/31/2026

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