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Groundskeeper

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Position Information

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Position Title Groundskeeper
Unit Name Facilities Management
Salary Grade 1
Number of Months 12 months
Full-time or Part-time Full-Time
Hours per week 40
Proposed Annual Salary, Hourly Rate or One-time payment
Essential Duties
  • Cuts lawns.
  • Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls.
  • Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs.
  • Rakes and bags leaves.
  • Cleans grounds and removes litter.
  • Shovels snow from walks and driveways.
  • Spreads salt on public passage ways to prevent ice buildup
  • Plants grass , flowers, trees, and shrubs.
  • Waters lawn and shrubs and trees.
  • Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts
  • Operates walking and riding type self -propelled mowers.
  • Performs daily maintenance on machinery used.
  • Pierces soil to make holes for fertilizer and water. Aerates soil with slicer.
  • Distributes seed , fertilizer, pesticides and fungicides on lawn.
  • Transports thatcher, aerator, tools, and materials to and from job site.
  • Operates tractors, front end loaders, and other equipment.
  • Cleans University vehicles.
  • Sets up tents for events.
  • Support Resources Management department during off season and as needed
  • Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Entry level knowledge; basic employment skills; equivalent of a high school education; certification preferred. High school diploma or GED required
  • Requires less than or equal to one year experience.
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Perform work efficiently with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of materials, tools and techniques of the trade
  • Must have ability to respond to emergencies after hours when on call as required
Job Description Summary
Maintains grounds of University property and cultivates lawns according to specifications.
Hours of Availability
Background Check Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. However, failure to disclose may disqualify a candidate.
Requisition Detail Information

Requisition Number FY20645NF
Open Date 01/31/2025
Will this job have a specific close date? No
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • MUW Departmental Announcement
    • MUW Human Resources Office
    • MUW Website
    • Mississippi Employment Service
    • Local Newspaper
    • In-state Newspaper
    • Out-of-state Newspaper
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Friend
    • Journal/Periodical
    • Off-campus Recruitment
    • Women/Minority Publication
    • Contacted by department and invited to apply
    • Other
    • The Academic Network (TAN)
  2. * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States? (Proof of Citizenship or Immigration status will be required upon offer of employment)
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * If hired, would you need sponsorship or work authorization to work for MUW now or in the future? (NOTE: MUW does not sponsor employment visas.)
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * This position requires a valid driver's license. Do you have a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Describe your work experience as it relates to the listed job duties.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Do you have a GED or have you earned a High School Diploma or higher degree?
    • Yes
    • No

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