Groundskeeper/Landscaper I

Groundskeeper/Landscaper I

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Department: Facilities & Operations

Work type: Staff Full-time Non-Exempt

Location: Alabama

Categories: Facilities and Environment

Purpose of the Position:

The Landscaper I is a key member of the UAH Facilities & Operations department, which is responsible for the planning, design, construction, renovation, maintenance, and repair of the University. The employee''s primary responsibility is to create a welcoming impression of the campus by performing a variety of basic-level landscape functions to maintain and improve the UAH grounds and landscape.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Participate in the installation, care, and maintenance of University turfgrass and landscaping:

• Perform a variety of basic landscape-related duties on University landscaping, including but not limited to proper plant installation, sod installation, pruning of trees, plants, and shrubs, mechanical weed management, landscape bed edging, and mulching.
• When necessary, maintain campus turf grass areas by mowing, trimming, edging, and blowing.
• Remove trash and other debris, including leaves, from assigned zones with motorized and hand equipment.

Perform seasonal maintenance throughout campus:

• During fall and winter months, remove leaves, sticks, branches, and other debris related to seasonal changes.
• Assist in winter weather actions including snow removal, application of

de-icer, preventive treatments, and ice removal.

Perform basic maintenance on landscaping equipment:

• Check and clean air filters, tools, landscape equipment, etc. on a daily basis.
• Monitor and maintain proper fluid levels.
• Report any equipment problems to Landscaper III.

Assist with campus moves, setups, and special events.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school education or equivalent.
• 1 year of full-time verifiable work experience.
• This employee will be a regular driver as defined in the UAH Vehicle Safety Management Program, which includes but is not limited to possessing a valid driver's license and maintaining an acceptable MVR in the judgment of the University's insurance company.

Desired Qualifications:

• 1 year of full-time verifiable work experience in landscape management is preferred.

Published Salary (if available):

$29,000 - $31,200

Advertised: Jun 18 2026 Central Daylight Time

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