Groundskeeper I

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Job Title:
Groundskeeper I

Job Grade:

Division:
Business and Finance

College/Dept:
Facilities Management and Planning

Department:
Landscape

Requisition Number:
2026-00112

FTE (full-time equivalency):
100

Work Schedule:
Varies

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?:
No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term:
12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?:

Pay Information:
15.05-16.00/hour

Pay Schedule:
Hourly

FLSA Designation:
Non-Exempt

Position Summary:
Perform grounds maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all grounds and campus roads. Mow assigned areas using power movers and tractor-operated mowers. Remove snow and ice from steps, sidewalks, and drives using manual and powered equipment. Remove trash and debris from grounds, buildings and receptacle sites.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Duties Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education:
High school diploma or GED

Required Experience:
N/A

Required License/Certification:
A valid drivers license is required.

Required Additional Qualifications:
Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.

Preferred Education:
N/A

Preferred Experience:
Previous grounds maintenance experience.

Preferred License/Certification:
State of Nebraska 04 pesticide applicators license.

Preferred Additional Qualifications:
N/A

Compliance Requirements Credit Check:
No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check:
Yes

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment:
Yes

Drug Screen:
Yes