Groundskeeper
Job Description
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Position: Groundskeeper
Company: University of South Carolina
Company: University of South Carolina
Job Brief
Posting number sta00914po25 job family building and grounds maintenance job function groundskeeping/landscaping/turf management usc market title groundskeeper link to usc market title https://uscjobs.
Salary Detail
$34,532 – $43,165 a year
Experience
Employment Achievements and Milestones is required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required
Job Detail
- Posting Number
- STA00914PO25
- Job Family
- Building and Grounds Maintenance
- Job Function
- Groundskeeping/Landscaping/Turf Management
- USC Market Title
- Groundskeeper
- Link to USC Market Title
- https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132200
- Job Level
- A2 – Administrative/Operational Support
- Business Title (Internal Title)
- Groundskeeper
- Campus
- Aiken
- Work County
- Aiken
- College/Division
- USC Aiken College/Division Level
- Department
- AIK Landscaping and Ground Services
- State Pay Band
- 4
- Approved Starting Salary
- $34,532
- Advertised Salary Range
- $34,532 – $43,165
- Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time
- Full Time
- Hours per Week
- 40
- Work Schedule Basis
- 12 months
- Job Search Category
- Other Professional About USC
- About University of South Carolina
- From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our 8institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at 1of 8institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
- Veterans’ Preference Statement
- The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. Benefits for FTE Positions
- The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Position Description
- Advertised Job Summary Groundskeeper (Building/Grounds Supervisor I) Salary: $34,532 – $43,165 per year, USCA Landscaping and Ground Services
- At direction from Landscape Manager, performs hands on grounds keeping and landscaping activities to meet University goals and objectives. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of grounds keeping maintenance standards, requirements, and tasks. Enforce and/or practice safe work habits. Knowledge of sprinkler system design, maintenance and turf grass management. Knowledge of personal computer and Excel spreadsheets. Good skills in writ10and oral communication. Minimum requirements: Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience. Preferred: A herbicide license, horticulture training, and experience with operation and maintenance with large irrigation systems. Application deadline: December 1, 2025. USCA is an AA/EOE. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.
- Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications
- A herbicide license, horticulture training, and experience with operation and maintenance with large irrigation systems.
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of grounds keeping maintenance standards, requirements, and tasks. Enforce and/or practice safe work habits. Knowledge of sprinkler system design, maintenance and turf grass management. Knowledge of personal computer and Excel spreadsheets. Good skills in writ10and oral communication. Job Duties
- Job Duty
- Performs ground and landscaping activities including but not limited to mowing, trimming, edging, weeding, blowing debris, picking up debris, and others to ensure the grounds of the university are clean and presentable year round.
- Essential Function
- Yes
- Percentage of Time
- 20
- Job Duty
- Sprays herbicide where needed and removes weeds and debris. Maintains athletic fields by using appropriate mowing methods, fertilization, aeration, irrigation to ensure healthy athletic turf.
- Essential Function
- Yes
- Percentage of Time
- 20
- Job Duty
- Obtains quotes for goods and services from outside contractors to accomplish grounds tasks. Keeps inventory and performs maintenance of all ground equipment and schedules maintenance and repairs for equipment. Prepares budget requests for anticipated grounds needs. Maintains records for pesticides and other chemicals. Utilizes work management software to track grounds work and costs.
- Essential Function
- Yes
- Percentage of Time
- 15
- Job Duty
- Maintains and troubleshoots turf irrigation issues. Sets and maintain irrigation clocks. Replace spray heads and irrigation lines to ensure proper operation. Operates motorized equipment, such as tractors, graders, front-end loaders, back-hoes, fork lifts, chain saws, wide-cut mowers, trencher and aerators.
- Essential Function
- Yes
- Percentage of Time
- 20
- Job Duty
- Responsible for the healthy growth and development of campus trees, shrubs and turf through appropriate seasonal care and sound horticultural practices such as proper planting, pruning, fertilization, irrigation, aeration and pest management. Plants new flowers, trees, grasses, etc. Implements a “seasonal bloom” strategy for campus plants.
- Essential Function
- Yes
- Percentage of Time
- 20
- Job Duty
- Other duties as assigned.
- Essential Function
- Yes
- Percentage of Time
- 5 Position Attributes
- Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
- No
- Hazardous weather category
- Essential Posting Detail Information
- Number of Vacancies
- 1
- Desired Start Date Job Open Date
- 11/17/2025
- Job Close Date
- 12/01/2025
- Open Until Filled
- No
- Special Instructions to Applicant
- In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter. Positions are advertised for a minimum of 5(5) business days on our job website. After 5(5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by ph1or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by December 1, 2025.
- Quicklink for Posting
- https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/198123
- EEO Statement
- The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
