Groundskeeper

Position Announcement Under the direction of the Grounds supervisor, assist in the maintenance of University grounds. Additional information about the department and program offerings can be found online at Responsibilities Perform grounds keeping work, maintaining and caring for assigned landscaped areas. Mow, weed, edge, cultivate, prune, maintain, and fertilize lawns, plants, shrubs, and trees. Prepare soil for sod or seed. Water turf, aerate, and reseed turf. Operate grounds keeping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, forklift, man‑lift, tractor with attachments, and other related equipment. Maintain and sweep sidewalks and other areas; clean and maintain outside fountains. Pick up trash and debris within the grounds and empty outside trash containers. Repair and maintain university irrigation systems, which include all piping, valves, timers, sprinkler heads, time clocks, and wiring. Maintain daily logs as set up by the department. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED required. Two years related experience plus a valid Driver's License required; experience with irrigation systems preferred. Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds (lift test required prior to job start date). Ability to use and knowledge of operation of equipment and tools necessary to perform daily tasks (mower, weed‑eater, shears, shovels, spades, tractor, truck, etc.). Knowledge of handling and the proper application of related chemicals. Knowledge of planting and caring for trees, shrubbery, and grass. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to exercise basic human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with the university community. Position Details, Compensation and Benefits Full‑time non‑exempt staff (overtime‑eligible) position. Annual salary of $37,500, with a desired start date of June/July 2026. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, and paid holidays, sick and vacation leave accruals. Electronic Application Procedures Application review begins May 18, 2026. Submit application materials including resume, contact information for three professional references, and upload a cover letter electronically. EEO Statement Utah Tech University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Utah Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sexual discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, and access to educational programs and activities. All new employees must provide employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. #J-18808-Ljbffr