Grounds Foreman -Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens - Children's Garden

Overview

Posting Number: S14149P

Working Title:

Grounds Foreman I-Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens - Children's Garden

Department: CAES-Coastal Botanical Gardens

About the University of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:
Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday, Occasional evening and weekend work is required.

Advertised Salary: $36,000, Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 09/18/2025

Open until filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/26/2025

Location of Vacancy: SE District

EEO Policy Statement:
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Classification

Title:

Groundskeeper I

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

This is a manual, laboring, grounds position operating mowers, lawn edgers, backpack blowers, and other handheld equipment. Job also includes maintenance on the equipment, buildings as assigned, and necessary record keeping.

• Competencies in grounds maintenance, manual, and mechanical work.

• Will perform manual labor, including lifting, pushing, pulling regardless of weather conditions.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

• Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
  Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust?:
  Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
  No
• Does this position require a P-Card?:
  No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?:
  No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
  Yes
• Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):
  Yes

Credit and P-Card policy:
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:
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