Groundskeeper

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 7, 2025

THIS POSITION IS ASSIGNED TO THE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT

THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE USED TO FILL UP TO THREE (3) POSITIONS

 THIS POSITION IS FULL-TIME, (12) MONTHS, $53,532 ANNUALLY

 (RANGE 15 OF THE CLASSIFIED SALARY SCHEDULE)

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS IS NON-EXEMPT

The current hours of this position are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with some possible evenings and weekends. Hours of employment are subject to change based on student or departmental needs.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties on District grounds such as mowing, trimming, watering and cleaning landscaped areas; operates a variety of power equipment and tools; designs, installs, maintains and repairs irrigation systems; prepares and applies fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals according to current regulations and safety practices; prepares athletic fields; and performs related duties, as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine grounds maintenance support duties. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. 

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

Management reserves the right to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees with verified medical conditions can perform the essential functions of the job.

Maintains and mows lawns; trims and prunes shrubs, hedges, and trees; edges lawns and borders; rakes leaves, and hoes to remove weeds; plants lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges, and flowers.

• Installs, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems, including sprinkler systems, valves, and controllers; waters landscaped areas including lawns, shrubs and trees using sprinkler systems and hand watering; sets and re-sets irrigation system clocks as necessary, including electronically controlled devices.
• Prepares and applies fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides to soil, lawns, flowers, shrubs, and trees in accordance with mandated regulations.
• Prepares, drags, marks, and maintains athletic fields and related facilities; installs and repairs fencing.
• Drives a District vehicle to various locations; loads trucks with trimmings and trash; transports and unloads trucks according to established procedures.
• Removes paper, trash, and other debris from grounds; sweeps, and blows, walkways, driveways, and parking areas.
• Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment and machinery including trucks, tractor, backhoe, mowers, edgers, blowers, cultivators, vacuums, forklifts, boom truck and lift bucket, chain saws, aerator, sprayers and weed eaters; maintains tools and equipment in proper working order.
• Maintains logs, files and records of work performed.
• Moves and arranges bleachers, furniture, and equipment for special events; delivers tables and chairs to classrooms.
• Assists maintenance workers as needed in various areas of maintenance, such as plumbing, concrete and masonry, and electrical work; sets up forms and prepares areas for pouring concrete; pours concrete and asphalt including finishing work for sidewalks and parking lots.
• Works productively and cooperatively with others by demonstrating respect, patience, and equitable treatment of all internal and external customers. 
• Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

 Education

Experience:

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; frequently reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; and vision to inspect and operate equipment.   The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to operate and repair tools and equipment. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff. 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Grounds maintenance procedures including mowing, edging, raking, and weeding. 
• Methods, equipment, and materials used in grounds maintenances including the application of chemicals to control insects, pests and weeds and general grounds maintenance.
• Regulations, rules, and procedures pertaining to preparation and application of fertilizers and other chemicals.
• Operational characteristics of a diverse range of grounds maintenance vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Methods and techniques used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems, including electronically controlled systems. 
• Methods and techniques of cultivating, watering, fertilizing and spraying trees, grass, shrubs, and flowers.
• Principles and practice of record-keeping.
• Proper methods and procedures related to forming, pouring, and finishing concrete and asphalt.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques of providing a high level of customer service by effectively interacting with students, staff, faculty, representatives of outside organizations, and members of the public, including individuals of diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, physical ability, and sexual orientation.
• The structure and content of the English language to effectively perform the work.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. 

Ability to: 

• Perform a variety of grounds maintenance duties, such as irrigation system installation, maintenance, and repair. 
• Prepare and apply fertilizers and other chemicals in accordance with District and mandated rules and regulations.
• Perform grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, raking, trimming, and weeding.
• Use assigned methods for the spraying, control and eradication of pests, insects, and weeds.
• Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of grounds maintenance machines, equipment and power and hand tools.
• Read, understand, and implement directions for proper operation and use of equipment, tools, and chemicals.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist maintenance workers as needed in various areas of maintenance.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds of community college students.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

VISA
Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. If a file is not complete by the First Review Date, the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee.

Please note, the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Please note that the information provided on the application must be complete and will be the only information used to determine qualifications for the position.   If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application, please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at (760) 245-4271, extension 2500, or by email at jobs@vvc.edu.

A complete file consists of all of the following:
1. Completed electronically signed Victor Valley College application, which includes Contact Information, Education, Work Experience, References and Supplemental Questions.
2. Valid California state driver's license may be acquired within thirty (30) days of employment.

You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at https://www.schooljobs.com with your username and password.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.

Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional, professional development opportunities that are meaningful, and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity, equity, and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class, race, color, national origin, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), ancestry, sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), age (over 40), marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, and genetic information.