Job Title

Grounds Worker

Requisition Number

RE35983

Working Title

N/A

Department Name

3CP07:Phys Plt-Grounds Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

40

Salary Range

$15.00-24.02/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

HS

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Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs; Standing or
walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion; Risk of injuries from use of
equipment on the job; Loud noises; Cuts/punctures; Outdoor temperatures and
weather extremes.

Shift

7:30am – 4:15pm (Monday – Friday)
3:15pm – Midnight (Sunday – Saturday rotating 5-day/week schedule).
Hours of work will vary dependent upon situational and weather-related factors
and may require night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

Job Summary

The Grounds Worker reports directly to the Grounds Supervisor and tends an area of land for aesthetic or functional purpose and performs all aspects of grounds turf maintenance including: mowing, trimming, edging, weed control and removal, seeding, fertilizing, grounds clean-up, and leaf removal; Ensures proper utilization of groundskeeping equipment, including implements and vehicles such as: mowers; lawn mowers; tractors; string trimmers; edger’s; rotary brushes; rakes; leaf blowers; shovels; trowels; sprinklers; garden tools; as well as a watering can, pressure washers, or truck mounted watering system; May repair and maintain the playing surface at athletic or designated venues, as required; Performs minor pruning of tree limbs, shrubbery, and bushes; Maintains grounds and landscaping equipment in a safe operating condition; Maintains Campus landscaping, gardens or sporting venues (and their vegetation where appropriate) for appearance and functionality, including trimming hedges, pulling weeds, planting flowers, etc.; During plant installations, follows designs created by a landscape architect; Installs and maintains landscaped areas, including mulching, planting, and watering flower gardens; Applies environmentally appropriate weed and pest control; Maintains, improves, and ensures general upkeep of grounds, athletic, or designated venues, including garages; Secures litter and empties trash in designated area(s); Ensures litter-free zone(s); and Maintains and cleans University parking garages and stairwells. In addition, the Grounds Worker prepares for winter weather events as necessary, at any and all hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays; Participates in continuous snow and ice control/removal during winter weather events; Addresses clean-up efforts as necessary following winter weather events, including the cleaning and storage of equipment and supplies; Removes snow and ice from University sidewalks, steps, parking areas, roads, etc., as required; and Operates, as assigned, light to heavy snow/ice removal equipment, including salt spreaders, snow shovels, snow blowers, snow plows or brushes, trucks and tractors with attached snow removal equipment, etc.

There is currently more than one position open for the Grounds Worker. To be considered for each position, you must apply for each position. One application will not be considered for all positions.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows/Office; KRONOS
Ability to push, pull or lift objects over 50lb; Work during emergency closings,
including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays; In extreme
weather conditions – outdoors.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

High School + 2-Years Experience in groundskeeping; turf and landscaping
maintenance.

Driver’s License — Preferred

Deadline to Apply

09/22/2022

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.