University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
GROUNDSKEEPER II - (Vaqueros Performance Center)
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, Texas, us, 78540
Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Edinburg: (956)665-2451 Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office hours Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Faculty Recruitment College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
Special Instructions Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
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Dear Applicant Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Position Information Posting Number: SRGV8587
Working Title
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Edinburg, Texas
Department: Campus Facilities Operations
FTE: 1.0
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Scope of Job To provide technical and supervisory skills in planning, organizing and directing the maintenance of grounds. Responsible for the maintenance and general beautification of all grounds including gardens, landscaped areas and parking areas.
Description of Duties
Supervises and participates in preparing ground for planting and in planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering and pruning flowers, shrubs and trees.
Watches for pests, disease or other deteriorating agents and takes necessary steps for the eradication.
Assists in the training of other employees in the proper care of lawns and plants, the spraying and cultivation of shrubbery, hedges and trees and the operation and care of tools and equipment.
Cleans and maintains tools, equipment, materials and supplies.
Assists with minor irrigation maintenance repairs as needed.
Recommends the purchase of special fertilizers and insecticides.
Rearranges flower beds and gardens.
Operates and prepares grounds care equipment.
Operates and makes minor repairs on variety of equipment, and provides technical assistance within area of responsibility.
May be required to have flexible work schedule, to include but not limited to: work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and any campus emergencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given General supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education Completion of the 6th grade. Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on chemicals, and other containers, and to understand work orders, complete time cards, and receive oral and written work directions.
Preferred Education High School Diploma or GED.
Licenses/Certifications As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out-of-State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).
Required Experience Two (2) years of experience in the care of plants, trees, and lawns and the knowledge of the operation of grounds equipment.
Preferred Experience N/A
Equipment Skill in the operation of tractors, cultivators, hedgers, power mowers and other equipment used in gardening work.
Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Exposure to weather, hazardous mechanical equipment, and agricultural chemicals. Outdoor environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, cold; some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dust and dirt, some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort.
Other Must be physically able to perform duties described above. May occasionally lift heavy objects weighing up to 100 lbs. with or without assistance. Duties involve the lifting, pushing, and moving of heavy objects; digging, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other manual activities requiring great physical exertion. Danger of hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment.
Physical Capabilities N/A
Employment Category Full-Time
Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date 10/09/2025
Grant Funded Position No
EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*) Yes
No
Application Questions
Yes
No
* Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
* Please select your highest level of completed education.
6th grade education
10th grade education
High School Diploma or GED
Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
Masters Degree from an accredited university
Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
None of the above
* Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question)
* Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
Less than 1 year
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years
7 years
8 years
9 years
10 years
Over 10 years
* Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
Yes
No
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Edinburg: (956)665-2451 Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office hours Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Faculty Recruitment College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
Special Instructions Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
Apply for this Job
link/button.
If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the
Bookmark
link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the
Print Preview
link.
Dear Applicant Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Position Information Posting Number: SRGV8587
Working Title
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Edinburg, Texas
Department: Campus Facilities Operations
FTE: 1.0
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Scope of Job To provide technical and supervisory skills in planning, organizing and directing the maintenance of grounds. Responsible for the maintenance and general beautification of all grounds including gardens, landscaped areas and parking areas.
Description of Duties
Supervises and participates in preparing ground for planting and in planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering and pruning flowers, shrubs and trees.
Watches for pests, disease or other deteriorating agents and takes necessary steps for the eradication.
Assists in the training of other employees in the proper care of lawns and plants, the spraying and cultivation of shrubbery, hedges and trees and the operation and care of tools and equipment.
Cleans and maintains tools, equipment, materials and supplies.
Assists with minor irrigation maintenance repairs as needed.
Recommends the purchase of special fertilizers and insecticides.
Rearranges flower beds and gardens.
Operates and prepares grounds care equipment.
Operates and makes minor repairs on variety of equipment, and provides technical assistance within area of responsibility.
May be required to have flexible work schedule, to include but not limited to: work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and any campus emergencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given General supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education Completion of the 6th grade. Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on chemicals, and other containers, and to understand work orders, complete time cards, and receive oral and written work directions.
Preferred Education High School Diploma or GED.
Licenses/Certifications As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out-of-State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).
Required Experience Two (2) years of experience in the care of plants, trees, and lawns and the knowledge of the operation of grounds equipment.
Preferred Experience N/A
Equipment Skill in the operation of tractors, cultivators, hedgers, power mowers and other equipment used in gardening work.
Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Exposure to weather, hazardous mechanical equipment, and agricultural chemicals. Outdoor environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, cold; some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dust and dirt, some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort.
Other Must be physically able to perform duties described above. May occasionally lift heavy objects weighing up to 100 lbs. with or without assistance. Duties involve the lifting, pushing, and moving of heavy objects; digging, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other manual activities requiring great physical exertion. Danger of hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment.
Physical Capabilities N/A
Employment Category Full-Time
Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date 10/09/2025
Grant Funded Position No
EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*) Yes
No
Application Questions
Yes
No
* Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
* Please select your highest level of completed education.
6th grade education
10th grade education
High School Diploma or GED
Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
Masters Degree from an accredited university
Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
None of the above
* Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question)
* Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
Less than 1 year
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years
7 years
8 years
9 years
10 years
Over 10 years
* Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
Yes
No
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