Groundskeeper III

Posting Details

Position Information


Posting Number
S06864P


Position Title
Groundskeeper III


Department
Facilities Mgmt_Grounds


Location
Arlington


Position Status
Full-time


Work Schedule


Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm

Salary
Hourly rate is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $23


Pay Basis
Hourly


Job Summary


Groundskeeper III will perform landscape maintenance duties in the care of lawns, plants, and trees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use small power equipment, including edgers, string trimmers, and leaf blowers, and hand tools for lawn maintenance.
• Use and care of a utility vehicle, tools, and equipment used in grounds maintenance.
• Provide labor for plant set-ups and special events (Ooze ball, Homecoming, etc.).
• Provide labor for other OFM departmental projects. Use of large power equipment, including riding mowers, chain saws, dump trucks, tractors, forklifts, Bobcats, bucket trucks, hedge trimmers, leaf vacuums, and walk-behind power mowers.
• Fill in for Leads and manage crews when they are on vacation or sick.
• Train other staff on the use of large equipment and vehicles.
• Collect trash, leaves, recycling, debris, and dead animals throughout campus.
• Detail work including pulling weeds, spraying weeds, hand-watering plants and trees, pruning plants and trees, installing mulch, installing plants and trees, building walls and pathways, and preparation of ornamental beds.
• Report broken or leaking irrigation and make minor repairs.
• Report plant pathogens, diseases, insects, and other campus problems.
• Report suspicious behavior or objects on campus.
• Deliver mulch and compost to the Community Garden and pick up plant debris.
• Assist campus police by placing barricades for special events.
• Clean the incinerator at Life Science.
• Power washing hardscapes and entrances, including gum removal.
• Maintenance and repair of campus water features.
• Clean gutters on buildings and perform building inspections.
• Responds to on-call emergencies before/during/after normal hours of operation. This includes but not limited to:
  • Fires, electrical outages, floods, icy conditions, and any other type of campus emergency.
• Apply fertilizer to turf, shrubs, and trees.
• Oversaw campus turf.
• Install seasonal color.
• Clean debris from creeks and drains.
• Provide directions to campus visitors.
• Provide labor to repair and install banners.
• Clean Cooper Street sidewalk and other hardscapes.
• Complete Work Order requests.
• Maintain greenhouse plants used for set-ups.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Drive a UTA vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in the care of plants, trees, and lawns and knowledge of the operation and repair of grounds equipment.
• This position requires a Texas Class "C" Operator's Driver's License and three (3) years of acceptable driving history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and work basic arithmetic.
• Ability to understand verbal instruction.
• Ability to work in a team environment, observe safety procedures, and follow verbal instruction.

Other Requirements

Workplace and Eligibility Conditions

Benefits Eligible
Yes


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CBC Requirement


It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure , you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.


EEO Statement


It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

University Information


The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas - UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at .

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

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Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required
3


Maximum Number of References Accepted
3


Special Instructions to Applicants


Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.