FY26 Temporary Seasonal Grounds Crew (MSW3)

UAS has one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation with grounds and landscaping that enhances our educational buildings, housing, pathways, and this wonderful setting in southeast Alaska. UAS dedicates planning, education and whole lot of hard work to keep our grounds and landscaping looking good. UAS Grounds is seeking temporary seasonal workers to help with campus maintenance. This position has a maximum of 40 hours per week. The grounds division starts early so early morning schedules are ideal, although reasonable accommodations are possible. This position starts at $20.25 per hour.

This position works in the Facilities Services department at the University of Alaska Southeast, Juneau. The employee will work with a grounds crew team to provide for campus beautification and safety by; planting and caring for ornamental trees, shrubs, annual and perennial flowers, Lawn and hardscape maintenance, snow removal and sanding, and a full range of other landscaping maintenance tasks. Co-operates with and takes direction from Grounds Lead Person and Landscape Superintendent. Performs general labor and other semi-skilled duties when assisting tradesmen as directed.

Seeking applicants who desire to work in the outdoors and have an interest in landscaping and don't mind working in all weather conditions. Previous experience within the grounds maintenance or construction trades is preferred, but not required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Current, valid driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria. One year of experience is preferred.

Position Details:

This is a full-time, non-exempt temporary L6070 position located on the UAS Campus in Juneau.

**All APPLICANTS **

Current University of Alaska Local 6070 employees will be provided priority employment considerations for the first 5 days (April 02 - April 06, 2026), when they meet the minimum qualifications for the posted position.  Current University of Alaska Local 6070 employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the posting should apply before the review date.  However, there is no requirement to be a Bargaining Unit Member in order to apply. 

• If an adequate pool of applicants is not received at that time, applications will be reviewed by date received until the position is filled.
• This recruitment is Open Until Filled and successful submission of an application does not guarantee employment.

Salary Information: MSW3/Step 1 $20.25/hr.  (See Article 9.2 in the L6070 Collective Bargaining Agreement, Wage Grade Schedule ).

This position is represented by the Alaska Higher Education Crafts & Trades Employees (L6070).

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

☎️  If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Christena Leamer, UAS Facilities Services, at View email address on careers.alaska.edu or View phone number on careers.alaska.edu.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

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