About this opportunity
Columbus State University lists this Groundskeeper opportunity in statesboro, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleMaintain, care, and modify University grounds and landscape.Operate electrically/gasoline-powered equipment and machines. Use small hand and power tools in planting, cultivating, trimming grounds and landscaping.ResponsibilitiesPerform routine landscaping tasks within assigned areas (i.e., weeding, pruning, and mulching, seeding, edging, trimming, planting) Identify, prepare and apply herbicides, pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers Maintain turf by mowing, seeding, sodding, edging of sidewalks and watering Assist with tree trimming, clean-up and removal Operate lawnmowers and various equipment used in landscaping and parking lot maintenance Perform general and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment (i.e., sharpening blades, changing oils, lubricants, filters, belts) Operate pressure washers to clean exterior building cleaning Work as a team member with others in coordinating all phases of work Adhere to OSHA standards, employ safe practices, and follow safety policies/proceduresRequired QualificationsEducational Requirements High School Diploma or equivalentPreferred QualificationsPreferred Experience One (1) or more years of related work experience Experience performing commercial landscape maintenance Experience operating commercial lawn mowers and small power equipment Additional Preferred Qualifications Valid driver's license Ability to operate a University vehicleProposed Salary$15.84 per hour This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.Required Documents to AttachResume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional ReferencesApply Before DateOpen Until Filled Application review may begin as early as July 15, 2026.
Worksite address
statesboro, GA, 30458, US
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