Grounds Worker III

Job Title
Grounds Worker III


Requisition Number
RE47883


Working Title

Department Name
81115:Arboretum


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
40


Salary Range
$15.30-24.50/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

HS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


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

Primarily days (Typically 8:00am-5:00pm). There may be some evenings and weekends.



Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment seeks a Grounds Worker for the Arboretum. The Arboretum offers educational programming, conserves Kentucky’s native ecosystems, feature horticultural gardens and displays, and serves as a destination for our community and beyond to enjoy. Under the supervision of the Grounds and Facilities Maintenance Superintendent, this position works to maintain the scenic State Botanical Garden in Lexington. For additional information on the Arboretum, please click here (http://arboretum.ca.uky.edu/)

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is a welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
11/03/2024


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.