Groundskeeper II

JOB NO:

537934

WORK TYPE:

Staff Full-Time

LOCATION

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES

Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible

DEPARTMENT

63520300 - FS-OPER

EG GROUNDS-LANDSCAPE CLASSIFICATION TITLE

Groundskeeper

II CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Completion of ninth grade and one year of relevant experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Performs turf mowing functions on commercial zero-turn mowers. Operates large farm type tractors with implements such as mowers, spreaders, edger's, tillers, leaf sweepers, etc., used in turf and landscape maintenance in a safe and efficient manner. Performs grounds maintenance tasks in assigned work areas. Drives state vehicles that requires a Class E driver's license. Performs and documents equipment safety checks. Assists mechanic in servicing assigned equipment. Employee must possess and maintain valid Florida Class E driver's license. Employee must possess or obtain within (6) months of employment GI-BMP Certification. Position requires a criminal background check and post offer health assessment.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy

EXPECTED SALARY

$16.00 Hourly

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of ninth grade and one year of relevant experience.

PREFERRED

High school diploma or equivalent Two years' experience in running mowers and tractors

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Position has been reposted, previous applicants still under consideration.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED

Yes

ADVERTISED

13 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

20 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time