Grounds Worker

Please see Special Instructions for more details. OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS TO ESTABLISH A LIST OF ELIGIBLES (SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS). How to Apply All applicants must submit an online job application through the UOG’s online employment portal system at and upload supporting documents with their application. For further information, please call 735-2350. For technical assistance or inquiries in completing the application, please contact Eliza Soriano at View email address on click.appcast.io . Position Information Position Title: Grounds Worker Posting Number: 069-26 Employment Type: Full Time Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Salary Range: Open: D-01 $23,229.00 – D-07 $29,036.00 Per Annum; Prom: D-01 $23,229.00 – D-18 $40,941.00 Per Annum. Job Description Summary Performs manual work involved in the general grounds, maintenance and beautification of public parks, recreational areas, public buildings, and related facilities. Minimum Qualifications Experience and Training: Six months of general maintenance work; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training providing the minimum knowledge, abilities, and skills. Qualifications Required A high school diploma; or Successful completion of General Education Development (GED) Test; or The equivalent of a general education high school program; or Successful completion of a certification program, from a recognized accredited or certified vocational technical institution, in a specialized field for the job. Preferred Qualifications None. Minimum Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Ability to perform grounds maintenance work on public parks, public buildings, and recreational areas. Ability to maintain and make minor repairs on buildings, benches, tables, and other facilities within public parks and recreational areas. Ability to operate hand and power tools and equipment used in the general maintenance and beautification of public parks and recreational areas. Ability to perform heavy manual work under unfavorable weather conditions. Ability to apply safe work practices on the job. Ability to work effectively with the public and employees. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Illustrative Examples of Work Maintains and cares for lawns, hedges, trees, and shrubbery by cleaning, watering, fertilizing, trimming, mowing, sweeping and raking; performs general gardening work. Maintains and makes minor repairs on buildings, benches, tables, and other facilities located within public and recreational areas. Maintains football fields, baseball diamonds, and other recreational facilities. Operates hand and power tools and equipment used in the general maintenance and beautification of public parks and recreational areas. Applies safe work practices on the job. Performs related duties as required. Other Information Education Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to upload a certified copy of the documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, high school diploma, or GED certification) with their online application. Upon selection, the candidate must submit official transcripts to the University of Guam Human Resources Office. Veterans / Disability Preference Applicants claiming veteran’s preference points must provide a copy of the DD‑214. Those claiming compensable disability must provide a letter from the Veterans Administration. Applicants claiming disability preference should submit a Government of Guam Certification, certified by the Director of Public Health and Social Services. Preferential Hiring Status As a recipient of an educational loan or merit scholarship, you are entitled to first offer of employment in accordance with Public Law 15‑127. To claim preferential hire, upload your eligibility letter from the University of Guam Financial Aid Office with your application. Preference hiring is only awarded for initial employment and declining an offer will result in removal of preferential hire status. Work Eligibility Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All job‑related factors may be investigated. All information obtained may be used to determine eligibility under EEOC guidelines. The applicant releases previous employers and job‑related sources from legal liability. Physical Examination College or university employees must undergo a physical examination, including a test for tuberculosis, prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report must be conducted by a licensed physician and submitted upon request. Work Authorization Applicants must present eligibility to work in the U.S. within 72 hours of reporting for employment. The University of Guam complies with federal law and will verify identity and eligibility. Budgetary Constraints Due to budgetary constraints, UOG will not pay the additional application cost of $100,000 required by the U.S. Presidential Proclamation for H‑1B visa applicants. Police and Court Clearance Applicants selected must provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances no more than 3 months old prior to employment. Off‑island applicants must obtain clearances from their residence. Applicants are responsible for fees. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Guam is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Public Law 24‑109 regarding the ADA. Assistance in EEO/ADA matters and Title IX inquiries may be referred to the EEO/Title IX Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io; TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io; or the Office of Civil Rights. Job Open Date 06/26/2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS TO ESTABLISH A LIST OF ELIGIBLES (SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS). Additional Information Contact Information For further inquiries, contact the University of Guam Human Resources Office at (671) 735‑2350 or View email address on click.appcast.io . Application Process Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you meet the following minimum qualification as stated in the job announcement? a) Six months of general maintenance work; or b) Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the minimum knowledge, abilities, and skills. Yes No Required Documents Resume High School Diploma or GED Certification Optional Documents Unofficial Transcripts Certification(s)/Certificate(s) Driver's License DD‑214 (If applicable; see Veterans/Disability Preference) Certification Letter of Disability (If applicable; see Veterans/Disability Preference) Eligibility Letter of Preferential Hire (If applicable; see Preferential Hire Status) Three Letters of Recommendation Other #J-18808-Ljbffr