Grounds Keeper - Immediate Need!

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Facilities Management and Services
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
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University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Grounds Landscaping D
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The Groundskeeper I is responsible for Maintains lawns, responsible for general landscaping, and ensures that roadways, parking lots, and walkways are clear to meet institution's groundskeeping standards. The position requires a strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently outdoors in various weather conditions.
Some prior experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related field
One year of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related field

Ability to work independently without close supervision
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Resume
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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