Groundskeeper Iii
Posted on Feb. 26, 2026 by University of South Alabama
- Mobile, United States of America
- $nan - $nan
- Full Time
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
005156
Position Title
Groundskeeper III - 005156
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
173640 - Grounds
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, two years groundskeeping experience, possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama, and possession of or the ability to acquire an ornamental and turf pest control license (Custodial) within six months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Grounds department is seeking to hire a Groundskeeper III. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Mows turf areas.
- Remove grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, trash and debris from lawns and landscape areas.
- Prunes shrubbery and trees.
- Plants and mulches shrubs, trees and flowers.
- Installs stakes and guys on trees, as required.
- Applies irrigation water on trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Applies chemical and fertilizers to lawns, trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Operates a variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
- Loads and unloads bags of fertilizer, pear, moss and other materials up to 60 lbs.
- Sweeps streets, driveways and parking lots.
- Operates a variety of pick up trucks and other trucks, including water tanker.
- Maintains and calibrates equipment as required.
- Installs and repairs irrigation systems.
- Performs safe operation of farm and garden tractors with associated attached equipment.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
- Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
02/26/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days
Monday - Friday
Working Hours
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Location
Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Advertised until:
March 28, 2026
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