Groundskeeper III
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Groundskeeper, Landscaping
Posting Details
Position Number: 005156
Position Title: Groundskeeper III - 005156
Division: Finance and Administration
Department: 173640 - Grounds
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, two years groundskeeping experience, possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama, and possession of or the ability to acquire an ornamental and turf pest control license (Custodial) within six months of employment.
Job Description
Summary:
The University of South Alabama’s Grounds department is seeking to hire a Groundskeeper III. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
- Mows turf areas.
- Remove grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, trash and debris from lawns and landscape areas.
- Prunes shrubbery and trees.
- Plants and mulches shrubs, trees and flowers.
- Installs stakes and guys on trees, as required.
- Applies irrigation water on trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Applies chemical and fertilizers to lawns, trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Operates a variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
- Loads and unloads bags of fertilizer, pear, moss and other materials up to 60 lbs.
- Sweeps streets, driveways and parking lots.
- Operates a variety of pick up trucks and other trucks, including water tanker.
- Maintains and calibrates equipment as required.
- Installs and repairs irrigation systems.
- Performs safe operation of farm and garden tractors with associated attached equipment.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
- Related duties as required.
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Open Until Filled: Yes
- Working Days: Monday - Friday
- Working Hours: 7:00 a.m.
- 3:30 p.m. - Job Location: Main Campus
- Full-time or Part-Time: Full Time
- Regular or Temporary: Regular
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
- Yes
- No
- USA website
- Linked In
- Zip Recruiter
- Indeed
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
- Word of mouth
- Other
Required Documents
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Optional Documents
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.
EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportThe University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.
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