Groundskeeper III

Groundskeeper III

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Posting Number: S14209P

Working Title:

Groundskeeper III

Department: VPR-Skidaway Institute of Oceanography

Employer:

University of Georgia

Institutional Overview:
The University of Georgia is a public university chartered in 1785 and the flagship institution of the state of Georgia. It is home to the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, a multidisciplinary research and training facility located on Skidaway Island in Savannah, GA.

Posting Type:
External Retirement Plan (TRS)

Employment Type:

Employee Benefits Eligibility:
Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule:

Full time hourly position, 40 hours/week, work times may vary as needed.

Advertised Salary:
Minimum of $34,500/year; commensurate with experience.

Posting Date: 01/06/2026
Closing Date:
Proposed Starting Date 03/02/2026
Open until filled:
Yes

Title: Groundskeeper III
Classification: I (FLSA Non-Exempt) Full Time Equivalent 1.00

Position Summary: Responsible for performing all groundskeeping related tasks at the Institute.

High school diploma or equivalent

Groundskeeping experience, and experience with operation and maintenance of basic grounds equipment.

• Understand verbal and written instructions, and work under adverse weather conditions at times.
• Solve practical problems and manage random issues.

• Lifting heavy objects, stooping, bending, standing for long periods of time. Lift approximately 50 lbs.
• Stoop, squat, operate lawn mower, edger, blower, aerator, roller, irrigation controllers, etc.
• Work in both hot and cold outdoor climates.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

• Grounds maintenance – mowing, trimming, pruning, pine straw application.
• Installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Ground equipment operation and maintenance (backhoe, tractors, dump truck, aerial boom lift, variety of mowers, blowers, trimmers, edgers, hand tools).
• Pickup and disposal of trash, debris.
• Fertilizer application.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? No
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? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? No

Background Investigation Policy:
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Pre‑employment drug testing may be required for high‑risk responsibilities. For additional information, see the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Charles Hartman
Recruitment Contact Email: chart
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This position is located on Skidaway Island in Savannah, GA. Are you willing to work from this location?

• Yes
• No

Please explain any grounds maintenance experience you have.
(Open Ended Question)

Please describe your experience with grounds equipment and the type of equipment used.
(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents: Resume/CV

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).