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Groundskeeper I

Hattiesburg, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Apr 2026

About the role

Groundskeeper I

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Groundskeeper I.

Position Details Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division Administration Physical Plant Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Salary Range 12.71 - 12.71 Pay Grade

N02

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
Performs ground maintenance tasks to ensure the upkeep of university grounds and related areas.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Plants trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass; trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls using clippers and edging tools; prunes shrubs and hedges to shape and improve growth; and rakes and removes leaves.
Cleans drainage ditches and culverts; hauls debris to dumping area.
Cut lawns using hand mowers, power mowers, or power trimmers/edgers.
Clean and maintain sidewalks, parking lots, and other campus grounds.
Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Three months related experience and/or training relating to grounds or landscape work. Valid Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

Knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, plant care, and landscaping principles.
Knowledge of the proper use and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment.
Skill in using groundskeeping equipment, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods in various weather conditions.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with everyone.

Preferred Qualifications
One year of grounds or landscape related experience.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.