Groundskeeper

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We are hiring immediately for a full‑time GROUNDSKEEPER position.

• Location: TAMU Texarkana - 7101 University Avenue, Texarkana, TX 75503 (openings at other locations within the school district available). Online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm. Full‑time schedule; full and part‑time flexibility options.
• Requirement: Prior experience as a commercial groundskeeper required.
• Pay Range: $13.50 per hour to $15.50 per hour.
• Perks: Same‑day pay, comprehensive benefits, training and growth opportunities.

Plans and administers a program of grounds and plant maintenance, including growing schedules and continued propagation through plants and cuttings. Responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the care of grasses and plants. Trims, prunes and removes scrubbery, bushes and trees. Performs general janitorial duties including property inspections, landscaping and grounds maintenance.

• Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one‑on‑one attention to detail.
• Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Inspects exterior of the property and grounds; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Mows lawns weekly during the proper season. Cleans landscaping tools and equipment after each use.
• Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance and desired shape.
• Weeds flowerbeds weekly or more often if needed.
• Shovels exterior walkways during wintery weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed.
• Contributes to the team; facilitates good customer interactions; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others with whom there is contact.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Valid Non‑CDL Class C driver's license required.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee Shopping Program
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Additional benefits and paid time off as applicable.

Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time‑off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or remote, visit  for paid time‑off information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug‑free workplace.

SSC & Compass Group:
Achieving leadership in the facility service industry.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, and requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Facilities Services

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