Site Care Technician

Site Care Technician

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400382

College/Division

Facilities and Construction Management

Opening Date

08/27/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The Department of Facilities and Construction Management is accepting applications for a Site Care Technician.

A Site Care Technician is primarily responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance and health of the University grounds, including lawns, gardens and other landscapes.

Examples of Duties

• Will operate power mowers, blowers and edgers.
• Will also plant, fertilize, water, trim and prune shrubs, trees and flowers.
• Spray for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals as required.
• Perform minor maintenance/repair on equipment and tools as required.
• Keep all related equipment clean, maintained and stored properly.
• May assist other groundskeeping crew or personnel as directed by supervisor.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Typical Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Candidate must have 1-3 years' experience in landscaping, groundskeeping or in a related field.
• Must be able to lift 50 tbs. or more and meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must have a valid Mississippi Drivers license.
• Candidate must have a willingness to perform grounds maintenance and groundskeeping fur the upkeep of the University grounds.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

• Yes
• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/