Job Details
Title: Groundskeeper
Employee Classification: Groundskeeper
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Operations
SubDivision-Department: HSC-Facilities Management Services
Department: HSC-Facilities Admin-356000
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
UNT Health and Science Center grounds department is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, overall care and beautification of campus grounds. This includes all grass, trees, flowers, plants, parking garages, and parking lots.
Position Overview
The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth is seeking to hire a Groundskeeper to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:Picks up and empties all trash and rubbish on grounds, and maintains appearance of assigned area with an emphasis on the cleanliness of campus. This includes but is not limited to cleaning signs, parking lots and garages, as well as landscape areas.Operates vacuums, sweeper, power washer, cultivators, edgers, power mowers, and other equipment used in grounds maintenance.Operates light specialty vehicles, i.e. golf carts and trucks, large and small, used in intracampus transportation and in the hauling of materials, equipment, and trash.Maintains tools, equipment, and materials used in his/her area of grounds keeping.Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED and two (2) years' of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the planting and care of trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grass.
Skill in the use of grounds keeping hand tools and equipment, in the operation of motorized and gas-operated equipment, and in the repair and maintenance of sidewalks and parking lots.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:Three (3) or more years of experience in grounds maintenance, involving work in care of flowers, landscape, turf grass, irrigation, or related areas.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties:
- % - Operate and maintain various landscaping tools; mowers, edgers, vacuums, power washers, sweepers, and other equipment used in groundskeeping maintenance. - ()
- % - Pick up trash and debris on campus property. - ()
- % - Snow and ice removal. - ()
- % - Maintain plants, trees, flowers, and grass on campus. - ()
- % - Clean parking lots. - ()
- % - Operate campus vehicle and/ or golf cart. - ()
Work Schedule: 6:00am-3:00pm M-F
Driving University Vehicle: Yes
Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here .
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