Garden & Grounds Assistant
The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, United States
Posting Number
G/R00832P
Working Title
Garden & Grounds Assistant
Department
PSO-State Botanic Garden of GA
Employment Type
Employee
Advertised Salary
$12.00-$13.80/hr
Anticipated Start Date
09/03/2024
Posting Date
07/01/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
Position Summary
The responsibilities of Garden and Grounds Assistants involve gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning. Assistants work alongside Garden Curators and Grounds Staff in maintaining formal gardens, trails, and natural areas gaining valuable hands‑on experience.
Duties / Responsibilities
Gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning to maintain formal gardens, trails, and natural areas.
Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience
Gardening and maintenance experience.
Physical Demands
Working outside during adverse weather conditions. Strenuous physical activity including but not limited to mulching, weeding, raking, digging, and planting.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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G/R00832P
Working Title
Garden & Grounds Assistant
Department
PSO-State Botanic Garden of GA
Employment Type
Employee
Advertised Salary
$12.00-$13.80/hr
Anticipated Start Date
09/03/2024
Posting Date
07/01/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
Position Summary
The responsibilities of Garden and Grounds Assistants involve gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning. Assistants work alongside Garden Curators and Grounds Staff in maintaining formal gardens, trails, and natural areas gaining valuable hands‑on experience.
Duties / Responsibilities
Gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning to maintain formal gardens, trails, and natural areas.
Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience
Gardening and maintenance experience.
Physical Demands
Working outside during adverse weather conditions. Strenuous physical activity including but not limited to mulching, weeding, raking, digging, and planting.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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