Groundskeeper I
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL, USA
4/18/2026
Landscaper / Groundskeeping
Full time
Groundskeeper I
Job no: 534901
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 I
Job Description:
Participates in grounds maintenance activities including mowing, edging, string trimming, weeding, pruning and mulching with hand and/or power equipment.
Installs and removes plant material, i.e. flowers, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, grasses as needed to amend campus landscaping.
Participates in litter and debris collection programs including emptying trash receptacles and replacing plastic liners.
Operates State Vehicle
Participates in preventative maintenance program on departmental equipment.
Performs other related work as assigned
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy
This position requires a criminal background check and post offer Health Assessment and Hearing Evaluation.
Employee must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.
Expected Salary:
$15.00 Hourly based on experience
Minimum Requirements:
Completion of the 9th Grade Education.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of grounds keeping techniques
Skill in using lawn mowers, tree trimmers & cutters and other garden tools
Ability to maintain lawns and grounds
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
GI-BMP Certification
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Multiple vacancies will be filled from this posting.
Position has been reposted, previous applicants are still being considered.
Health Assessment Required:Yes
Advertised: 11 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Job no: 534901
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 I
Job Description:
Participates in grounds maintenance activities including mowing, edging, string trimming, weeding, pruning and mulching with hand and/or power equipment.
Installs and removes plant material, i.e. flowers, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, grasses as needed to amend campus landscaping.
Participates in litter and debris collection programs including emptying trash receptacles and replacing plastic liners.
Operates State Vehicle
Participates in preventative maintenance program on departmental equipment.
Performs other related work as assigned
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy
This position requires a criminal background check and post offer Health Assessment and Hearing Evaluation.
Employee must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.
Expected Salary:
$15.00 Hourly based on experience
Minimum Requirements:
Completion of the 9th Grade Education.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of grounds keeping techniques
Skill in using lawn mowers, tree trimmers & cutters and other garden tools
Ability to maintain lawns and grounds
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
GI-BMP Certification
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Multiple vacancies will be filled from this posting.
Position has been reposted, previous applicants are still being considered.
Health Assessment Required:Yes
Advertised: 11 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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