Student Grounds Worker (Sanitation)

Job Title
Student Grounds Worker (Sanitation)

Requisition Number
DU14389

Department Name
3CP07:Phys Plt-Grounds Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$15.55

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

High School + 1 Year Experience in grounds keeping; turf and landscaping
maintenance.
Driver’s License — Preferred

Required Related Experience

High School + 1 Year Experience in grounds keeping; turf and landscaping
maintenance.
Driver’s License — Preferred

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs; Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion; Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; Loud noises; Cuts/punctures; Outdoor temperatures and weather extremes.

Shift

7:00am – 3:45pm (Monday – Friday)
Hours of work will vary dependent upon situational and weather-related factors and may require night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

Job Summary

The Student Grounds Worker (Sanitation) supports the Facilities or Grounds Department by maintaining clean and orderly outdoor campus environments. This entry-level position focuses exclusively on sanitation duties, including trash collection, litter removal, and servicing outdoor waste and recycling receptacles.

Under supervision, the Student Grounds Worker ensures that campus grounds, walkways, parking areas, and common outdoor spaces remain free of debris and waste. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. This position provides students with valuable work experience while contributing directly to campus cleanliness and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Empty and replace liners in outdoor trash and recycling receptacles
• Collect loose litter from grounds, sidewalks, parking lots, and common areas
• Transport waste to designated disposal areas
• Monitor receptacles for damage or overflow and report issues
• Maintain cleanliness around dumpsters and waste collection sites
• Follow established safety procedures and proper waste handling guidelines
• Perform other sanitation-related duties as assigned

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
03/02/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.