University of Arizona
Groundskeeper I - Event Support
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Job Description
- Req#: req22551
- Supports University outdoor events through set-up and providing temporary trash and recycle containers, occasional staffing throughout an event, and post event breakdown and clean up. Ensure the event space is clean, safe, and prepared for guests before, during, and after the event.
- Maintain the appearance of outdoor spaces, by removing and disposing of weeds, litter, trash, and debris from landscape areas as well as outdoor hard surfaces including, but not limited to outdoor patios and plazas, sidewalks, bike paths, and curb lines.
- Perform general landscaping tasks such as mowing, pruning, trimming, weeding, watering, and planting according to species using appropriate horticultural techniques.
- Installs or renovates landscapes as directed. Plants trees, shrubs, ground covers, cacti, and flowers. Places organic and inorganic landscape materials such as mulches, soils, and various sized rock and boulders.
- Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/individuals.
- Ability to operate landscaping tools, equipment, and machinery.
- Ability to safely operate battery or gas powered equipment such as utility carts, motor vehicles, handheld and backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, line trimmers, lawn mowers, pressure washers.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and lift for extended periods.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or more as needed.
- Ability of navigating uneven surfaces and work outdoors in varying weather conditions the majority of the work day.
- High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
- Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .
- Experience with events and set-up and clean up.
- Experience working on a college or university campus.
- 2 years of groundskeepers experience.
Groundskeeper I - Event Support Posting Number req22551 Department Facilities Mgmt-Operation Svcs Department Website Link https://www.fm.arizona.edu/#/ Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The University Facility Services - Grounds Department is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Groundskeeper – Event Support. This role will assist with preparations and support for outdoor events held on campus. Performing landscape maintenance duties across University properties to ensure a safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environment.
This is a full-time position with a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
University Facility Services at the University of Arizona consists of over 700 employees and services over 13 million square feet of campus, keeping the grounds beautiful, classrooms clean and all utilities moving through the campus. TEAMWORK is our strength.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $15 - $18.75 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 2 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Career Stream and Level OC1 Job Family Facilities Mgmt & Services Job Function Facil, Grounds, & Infra Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates HR-Client-UFSD_PBCF@arizona.edu
Open Date 4/22/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.About the company
95194 The University of Arizona is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.