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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Nonprofit aviation and aerospace university

Groundskeeper

Full-Time
$16.65/hr+ 6% retirement contribution + 4% retirement match
Junior
Daytona Beach, FL, USA
In Person
Grounds & LandscapingLandscaping & Grounds Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED with one year of work experience is required.
  • The employee must communicate verbally and in writing, comprehend basic instructions, and respond effectively.
  • The employee must operate a standard-shift vehicle and possess a valid Florida driver's license.
  • The employee must be able to operate power equipment related to grounds maintenance.
  • The employee must have basic knowledge of grounds maintenance, horticulture, cement work, and related areas.
  • The employee must be able to climb ladders or scaffolding and work in overhead areas.
  • The employee must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous grounds equipment or supplies short distances and push or pull a handcart.
  • The employee must have eye-hand coordination for proper operation of power tools and other grounds-maintenance work.
  • The employee must take necessary precautions when working with equipment and outdoor elements to protect themselves and others from associated hazards.
  • To drive a university vehicle, the employee must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license; in some instances, a valid Class C commercial driver's license may be required.
  • The employee must meet the University's standards for approved drivers, including restrictions on moving violations, accidents, and major convictions.
Responsibilities
  • Install new landscaping and renovate existing landscaping, including turf, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds.
  • Maintain, renovate, and repair exterior athletic and recreational facilities.
  • Remove trash from the grounds and empty waste receptacles.
  • Provide emergency response to exterior hazardous conditions as appropriate.
  • Assist with special events, setups, and building service functions as needed.
  • Maintain, renovate, and repair campus grounds, including landscaping, fencing, parking lots, roadways, and pathways.
  • Maintain parking lots and roadways, including potholes and curb stops, and clean these areas.
  • Operate power equipment cautiously to protect life and property.
  • Inspect equipment daily to ensure it is operating properly.
  • Maintain records of hours and materials used, as well as vehicle-log trip tickets.
  • Keep equipment safe from vandalism or theft during working hours.
  • Request equipment and supplies in advance to ensure job completion.
  • Clean all equipment at the end of the shift.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior grounds and/or landscaping experience.

About the company

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a private, nonprofit institution focused on aviation, aerospace and engineering, with campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, Prescott, Arizona, plus Worldwide Online and Asia campuses. It offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs spanning aviation, engineering, business, computing, security and space studies. What sets Embry-Riddle apart is its deep aerospace-industry ties and hands-on flight and research facilities. The goal is to prepare graduates for careers across aviation and aerospace.

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Daytona Beach, Florida

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What believers are saying

  • Record 2025-26 enrollment reached 10,121 new students across three campuses.
  • U.S. News ranked online bachelor's programs among the nation's top 11 in January 2026.
  • May 6, 2026 ROTC complex groundbreaking strengthens long-term campus infrastructure and recruiting.

What critics are saying

  • February 17, 2026 campus lockdown exposed security vulnerabilities and emergency disruption risk.
  • Bradley v. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Inc. filed January 26, 2026 threatens reputational damage.
  • Heavy aviation focus leaves demand tied to airline hiring cycles and defense budgets.

What makes Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University unique

  • 100,000th Worldwide graduate and 33,000-plus students show national scale.
  • NASA Langley partnership and NSF grants anchor aerospace and AI research depth.
  • RotC complex and Institute of World Politics partnership deepen defense-linked talent pipelines.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Family Planning Benefits
  • Fertility Treatment Support
  • Paid Vacation