The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Golf Groundskeeper to perform assigned grounds maintenance of the golf course. Operates small landscaping equipment (i.e. mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, edgers, etc) and other specialized equipment in the general maintenance of all areas of the golf course grounds. Operates equipment utilizing proper safety standards and is knowledgeable about and utilizes procedural safety standards at all times.
This position require the incumbent to work in a customer-based environment and have strong customer service skills; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.
Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here.
Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.
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The University Athletic Association, Inc. (UAA) is the athletic department for the University of Florida (UF). For a listing of employment opportunities with the UAA - including Internships/Graduate Assistantships – please go to www.FloridaGators.com/Employment
The UAA is a not-for-profit entity organized in 1929 for the purpose of conducting various intercollegiate athletic programs for and on behalf of the UF. The UAA operates for the service and convenience of UF and is a direct support organization and component unit (for accounting purposes only) of UF. The UAA is a self-supporting entity. The UAA's expenses are funded through event ticket sales, booster contributions and Southeastern Conference revenues. The UAA receives no direct state funds.
FLORIDA GATORS ATHLETICS - A CHAMPIONSHIP EXPERIENCE WITH INTEGRITY
UAA STRATEGIC PURPOSE
Provide a championship experience with integrity on and off the field for student-athletes and the Gator Nation.
UAA VISION STATEMENT (Be the Model Collegiate Athletics Program.)
Be the model collegiate athletics program, combining excellence and integrity in academics, athletics, and fan engagement to elevate the UF brand.
UAA CORE VALUES
Integrity
• We act in a fair, ethical, and honest manner.
• We do things the right way every day.
Respect
• We treat each other with fairness, honesty, kindness, and civility.
Passion
• We give everything we have for the people and the place we love.
• We love what we do and why we do it.
Teamwork
• We promote cooperation by sharing information and working to understand each other’s perspective.
• We display loyalty as we work together to create a successful experience for student-athletes, employees, and fans.
Excellence
• We strive to perform and achieve at the highest level in all that we do.
• We continuously improve and demand a higher level of performance than what is necessary.
Innovation
• We find creative solutions and embrace change.
