Grounds Leader
Job Description
Job Summary:
Under general direction from the Supervisor the Grounds Lead will perform general landscape and grounds maintenance functions, and other duties as assigned. The Grounds Lead will assist the supervisor in their absence to help guide fellow team members, promoting teamwork and effective communication. The Grounds lead will be subject for call back for any grounds-related emergency, operate various grounds maintenance and landscape tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
About Us:
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Required Qualifications:
| Required Education: If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type: |
High School Diploma
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|---|---|
| Required Experience: If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: |
3 years experience in grounds/landscaping or similar work
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| List any required license/certification. |
Valid Driver’s License is required
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Preferred Qualifications:
Pesticide License
Compliance Requirements:
| Credit Check | No |
|---|---|
| Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check | Yes |
| Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment | Yes |
| Drug Screen | Yes |
Additional Information:
Information at a Glance
Req Id:
775
Campus Label:
University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO)
Org Unit:
Grounds UNO
Job Location:
Omaha, NE 68182
Application Review Date:
9/1/25
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Advertised Salary:
$16.00 -$19.04/ hour depending on experience
Job Type:
Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:
On-site
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Ross denton
Special Instructions to Applicant:
-
Posting Start Date:
9/2/25