Job Summary
The Groundskeeper I provides routine semiskilled work in the care and culture of lawns plants and flowers and the maintenance of the grounds. Responsibilities include the care and culture of plants hedges grass trees and general maintenance of grounds.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Cuts grass by using a hand mover or power mower. Maintains lawns by planting cultivating and watering grass. Cultivate prune trim transplant fertilize and water shrubbery hedges and trees. Grades and prepares ground for planting plants and maintains flower beds removes leaves and rubbish from grounds watches for pests diseases or other deteriorating agents and cuts weeds and brush. Keeps grounds clean and reports broken or leaking hydrants and faulty sprinkler system equipment. Cleans and cares for tools equipment materials and supplies used in groundskeeping. Works in greenhouse and nursery. Assists in maintenance of indoor plants. Drive a UTA vehicle. Assists with other departmental activities when needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Considered essential personnel.
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires a Texas Class C Operators Drivers License and three 3 years of acceptable driving history. Experience with reading and understand verbal instruction. Experience with and/or ability to learn the operation of small equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
High School diploma or GED .
Work Schedule
MondayFriday; 6:00am2:30pm.