California State University System East Bay , CA 93449
Posted 2 months ago
The main function of the Groundsworker position is to maintain the campus grounds in a way that provides a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment for the staff, faculty, students and the community. Under general supervision, this position performs work involving some or all of the following: planting, cultivating, fertilizing, spraying and watering ornamental plants, shrubs, hedges, trees, lawns and flowers. The Groundsworker is also responsible for raking, removing weeds, cleaning trash from assigned areas including parking lots; preparing and treating soils for planting, maintaining hoses, sprinklers, tools, supplies and equipment in proper condition and repair. Additionally, trimming of trees, hedges, shrubs, and installing tree supports. This position may operate and perform minor repairs and maintenance on power equipment such as lawn mowers, edger's, and weed eaters and assist in preparing athletic fields for events. The Groundsworker may occasionally assist in sprinkler repair, spraying, tree trimming, or nursery functions, operate trucks and other equipment in performance of assigned duties. In addition, this position may construct flower beds, maintain drainage systems, remove brush and trees, collect trash, and help to install concrete and asphalt.
Responsibilities
Turf Area Maintenance:
Daily litter pick-up
Edge along sidewalks, around valve boxes, drains, and planting beds
Trim and mowing edges, around trees and other obstacles in lawn
Hand trimming or weed whipping tall grass where inaccessible to mower
Fertilize lawns
Shrub and Flower Bed Maintenance:
Daily litter pick-up
Weed flower and shrub beds
Prune shrubs and small trees
Plant annuals, perennials, ornamental shrubs and small trees
Fertilize
Hardscape (Parking Lots/Roads/Walks/Stairs/Patio) Maintenance:
Daily litter pick-up
Sweep & Blow leaves & debris
Pressure Wash concrete & hard surfaces
Repairs to asphalt (potholes) and concrete grinding to repair trip hazards
Vacuum
Irrigation Systems Maintenance:
Power trimming grass from around sprinkler heads and valve boxes
Repair / replace broken sprinkler heads or other small irrigation repairs
Report any malfunctioning sprinkler heads to leads/irrigation technicians
Place portable sprinklers in dry spots and hand watering as instructed
Other Duties as Required:
Assist with In-House Landscape upgrades
Report hazards or emergencies to manager
May be called back in after hours for emergencies
Nursery work - potting plants and maintaining nursery stock
Athletic Fields and stadium maintenance
Report monthly absences
TMA time card entry
Train when required
Landscape - removal of old/dead plants
Add new soil, amendments and wood chips
Shape of terrain and planting material as instructed
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Abilities:
Ability to recognize the more common species of ornamental shrubs, trees and flowers grown in California.
Perform strenuous physical work as described in this classification.
Utilize mechanical aptitude and motor coordination.
Learn to skillfully operate small trucks and power-driven grounds equipment.
Read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
Follow simple oral and written instructions.
Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of general gardening and grounds maintenance methods.
General knowledge of proper methods of planting, cultivating, and caring for hedges, ornamental trees, shrubs, lawns, and flowers, and the use and care of gardening materials, tools, and equipment.
Required Qualifications
Ability to communicate with other staff and share pertinent information as required.
Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently.
License & Certification Requirements
This position requires the operation of State vehicles and equipment.
Valid State of California Class C Driver's License is required.
Preferred Skills and Knowledge
More than three years of progressive experience in a grounds working function.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency of English grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Special Conditions & Physical Requirements
Employees are required to perform tasks requiring a relatively high degree of physical strength and endurance.
Need to stand and walk for long periods of time.
Reach above and below waist level.
Be able to adequately climb, stoop, kneel, crawl, and traverse rough uneven terrain.
Safely lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work beyond daylight hours and in dark surroundings as well as inclement weather conditions.
May occasionally experience exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions.
Condition(s) of Employment
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position.
All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department.
EEO Statement
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body.
Other Information
All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website here.
In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here.
Sponsorship
Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions and we are not an E-Verify employer.
Mandated Reporter
The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Advertised: Aug 14 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec 16 2024 Pacific Standard Time
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