GROUNDSKEEPER I

$31,200 - $31,200/Yr

The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Birmingham, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Birmingham, AL

About the position

The Groundskeeper I position at the University of Alabama, Birmingham involves performing routine and project maintenance of the university grounds, ensuring a clean and professional appearance of lawns, planted materials, sidewalks, and other outdoor areas. The role requires the use of various tools and equipment, and may involve assisting other maintenance personnel. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and attention to detail in maintaining the university's outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains grass and ground cover by mowing, weeding, planting, and watering according to schedule and season.
• Edges and trims grass around trees and planted beds, sidewalks, curbs, and buildings to maintain a professional appearance.
• Keeps grounds, sidewalks, stairs, parking lots, and other hardscape areas clean and free of trash and debris.
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles daily and power sweeps or blows debris from pedestrian and vehicle areas.
• Prepares in advance of and cleans up after inclement weather conditions by clearing drains, covering vulnerable plants, salting icy areas, and removing debris.
• Assists other team members with special projects and actively participates in ongoing department training.
• Uses assigned communication device to read and respond to texts and emails.
• Remains alert to signs of dying plants, broken irrigation systems, or other damage to university campus grounds or facilities and reports issues to department leader.
• Consistently projects a professional and positive demeanor and communicates professionally with team members and visitors.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and write well enough to comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate riding or power mover, power tools, and hand tools.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• Starting hourly rate of $15.00/hour.
• Flexible work schedule, including Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (subject to change).