Groundskeeper

General Description / Primary PurposeThis is work performing landscape maintenance duties including, but not restricted to trash collection, maintenance of indoor and outdoor public areas including courtyards, postal areas, dumpster areas and Housing areas proper.Job FunctionsCleaning and Trash Removal- Daily empty trash containers located in Housing areas, clean ash cans and empty.- Maintain the courtyard by removing any trash or debris.- Keep the dumpster/recycling area clean and maintained. Remove any trash or debris from the courtyards, stairwells in and around the Housing Area.- As directed, clean the outdoor cooking grills.- As directed, use the leaf blower to clean debris from the A/C units.- As directed, use the gas-powered vacuum to maintain the courtyards and parking lots.Weed Eating, Edging Asphalt, and Cement Surfaces- Edge all sidewalks, borders, parking lots, curbs and other permanent turf-adjoining surfaces throughout campus- Weed eat areas where no mower can reach- Check for proper fluid levels and operation before each use- Check for proper fluid levels and operation before each use- Wear eye and hearing protection- Clean equipment when work is complete- Possess the ability to carry a weed eater or blower for period of timePlant Bed Maintenance- Weed plant beds throughout the housing areas- Rework soil in plant beds as needed by adding fertilizer, peat and other amendments- Mulch plant beds- Wear eye and hearing protection- Trim trees and bushes properly- Clean equipment when work is complete- Possess the ability to carry a weed eater or blower for period of timeEquipment/Shop Maintenance- Inspect the vehicle assigned and maintain proper records- Follow required PM schedule- Use assigned vehicle only in the performance of assigned duties- Return assigned vehicle to maintenance area daily- Assist in minor equipment adjustments and repairs- Provide other service to equipment adjustments and repairs- Assist loading/unloading/moving bags of fertilizer, pesticide and grass seedLandscape Construction- Operate a sod cutter or a vibrating packer, checking for proper fluid levels and operation before each use- Use rake, shovels and other hand tools for finish grading work- Plant trees and bushes, lays sod, and mulch beds- Remove dead/dying/unwanted trees and plants- Clean up debris when job is complete- Possess the ability to control awkward powerful equipment when in use in uneven terrainMarginal Functions- Raking leaves- Special projects/event work- Work orders- Assist with campus maintenance- Moving furniture in an area or between areasThis position is designated as a Tier 2 respondent for designated campus emergencies and events. In the event of a declared campus emergency, the position incumbent will make every effort to return to campus when directed.Required QualificationsCompletion of ninth (9th) grade or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Some positions may require possession of a classified drivers license appropriate to a type of vehicle operated.Statement(s) of UnderstandingThis position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coord

Created: 2026-01-29