Location: Statesboro,GA, USA
About Us
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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
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Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Grounds Operations
Job Summary
Maintain, care, and modify University grounds and landscape. Operate electrically/gasoline-powered equipment and machines. Use small hand and power tools in planting, cultivating, trimming grounds and landscaping.
Responsibilities
* Perform routine landscaping tasks within assigned areas (i.e., weeding, pruning, and mulching, seeding, edging, trimming, planting)
* Identify, prepare, and apply herbicides, pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers
* Maintain turf by mowing, seeding, sodding, edging of sidewalks and watering
* Assist with tree trimming, clean-up, and removal
* Operate lawnmowers and various equipment used in landscaping and parking lot maintenance
* Perform general and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment (i.e., sharpening blades, changing oils, lubricants, filters, belts)
* Operate pressure washers to clean exterior building cleaning
* Work as a team member with others in coordinating all phases of work
* Adhere to OSHA standards, employ safe practices, and follow safety policies/procedures
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
* High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
* One (1) year of related work experience
* Experience performing commercial landscape maintenance
* Experience operating commercial lawn mowers and small power equipment
Proposed Salary
$15.84 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
* Resume
* Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
* Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
* Ability to support various constituencies served by the University.
* Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
KNOWLEDGE
* Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
* Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled
Application review may begin as early as November 3, 2023.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) ###-#### or by email at ...@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) ###-#### or ...@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) ###-####.
Other Information
* Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
* Work generally performed in outdoor environment
* Exposed to varying weather conditions and external elements
* May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
Background Check
* Standard