Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
M-F 6am-2:30
Essential Worker
No on call rotation
Some days and/or weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the organization.
Advertised Salary $38,000.00 or commiserate with experience Posting Date 09/12/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 10/27/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Light Equipment Operator II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Landscape installation experience of 1+ years
Position Summary
This is a manual labor position on a landscaping crew that will involve operation of equipment used in landscaping and horticulture to include but not limited to; mini skid steer, skid steers, tractors, mowers, dump trucks, aerators, ride on fertilizer spreaders, and sod cutters. This position will assist with the installation of landscapes, sod, trees, annual color beds and irrigation on campus. This position may be needed to perform light grading to prepare areas of campus for landscapes and sod. This position reports directly to the landscaping crew supervisor and assist with projects assigned to the crew. This position will assist with fertilizer and pre-emergent applications on campus landscapes and turf. Will help with aerification and topdressing to campus turf areas. Will assist maintenance crews to help complete needed work when deemed necessary. May work in any aspect of grounds maintenance or horticulture as deemed necessary to meet departmental goals
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Experience operating equipment to include but not limited to; tractor, skid steer, mini skid steer, aerators, and dump trucks
• Experience with landscape installation to include plant installation, sod installation, tree planting, irrigation installation, annual flower installation and light grading.
• Plant and turf knowledge to include plant and turf identification, care and culture.
• Ability to operate all types of grounds maintenance equipment to include mowers, tractors, trimmers, edgers, and backpack blowers
• Understand and follow specific oral and written instructions

Physical Demands

• Work a manual laboring job for an 8-hour shift/5 days a week.
• Lift 75 lbs frequently throughout day;
• Stand, stoop, bend, lift, squat, work with hands above the head
• Work from a standard and extended ladder.
• Driving to perform job-related tasks

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) 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
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Landscape installation to include but not limited to plants, trees, flowerbeds, and sod.
• Operation of equipment associated with all aspects of landscape installation

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Landscape and turf maintenance to include but not limited to:

• The operation of mowers, edgers, trimmers, and backpack blowers.
• Any other work associated with landscape and turf maintenance.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Fertilizer/pre-emergent applications, aerification, and topdressing of campus turf to include but not limited to:

• The operation of ride on spreaders, aerators, and top dressers

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Responds to grounds emergencies as they arise to maintain safety of the campus community to include periods of inclement weather.
Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Dwayne Jones Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents