Please apply for this job directly on the Cabrillo College job opportunities page here . Employment Opportunity To qualify for this internal lateral transfer opportunity, you must be a current Classified or Confidential employee of Cabrillo College and meet all of the following eligibility requirements: Successful completion of your probationary period Placed at Range 32 or higher on the Classified salary schedule or Range I or higher on the Confidential salary schedule Meet the qualifications of the lateral transfer opportunity as noted in the "Minimum Qualification" section of this job announcement Unsure of your salary range? Visit HR's website to view the salary schedule for Classified or Confidential for this position. Under general supervision, this full-time twelve (12) months per year Groundskeepe r individually, or as a crew member, performs skilled gardening, landscaping and grounds maintenance duties in a designated District service area or areas as assigned; maintains irrigation systems; operates a wide variety of power equipment and machinery; assists with event setup and cleanup; and performs related duties as assigned. Examples of Duties The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Mows, trims, edges, fertilizes, aerates and waters lawns and other landscaped areas; trims and prunes trees, shrubs and hedges; clears weeds and brush; maintains grounds in assigned areas in a clean, safe and orderly condition. Plants new lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges and flowers; plants and maintains planter boxes and specialty areas; renovates landscaped areas to more environmentally sustainable, natural habitats. Installs, modifies, maintains, upgrades and repairs manual, semi-automatic and automatic irrigation systems, including drip lines, pipes, valves, automatic control devices and sprinkler heads; sets and adjusts sprinkler controls for correct time and duration of operation. Sprays landscaped areas with herbicides, pesticides, fungicides and rodenticides; prepares chemical mixtures in proper proportions; maintains accurate pesticide-use records according to federal, state and county regulations. Safely operates and maintains a variety of hand and power landscaping tools and equipment, including District vehicles, hand and riding mowers, tractors, forklifts, spreaders, rototillers, edgers, chainsaws, pruners, ladders and other tools. Provides general maintenance of campus grounds including pouring cement and repairing fences and facilities; blows, sweeps and washes sidewalks, roadways, parking lots and other hardscapes; picks up debris on campus; ensures assigned areas are free of trash. Maintains daily work records and activity reports, hazardous materials records and restricted pesticide-use records; maintains parts and materials inventory; participates in meetings and safety training. Meets with supervisor to review work on a regular or semi-regular basis as directed.

OTHER DUTIES

Assists with setup and teardown of chairs, tables, stages and other equipment for events and classes; may assist in custodial or utility maintenance duties as needed. Responds to radio emergencies. Rids the campus of dead vermin as directed. Provides work direction to student groundskeeping crews as assigned. Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: An understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation, of community college students, faculty and staff; AND Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent, AND Two years of progressively responsible grounds maintenance experience; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Methods and techniques of planting, transplanting, cultivating, pruning, and maintaining a variety of lawns, ground cover, plants, shrubs, hedges and trees. Soil preparation and enrichment. Grounds maintenance procedures include mowing, edging, raking, and weeding. Methods and materials used in controlling pests, insects, rodents, and weeds. Methods and materials used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of automatic sprinkler and drip irrigation systems, including various timing devices, controllers, valves, and heads. Operation and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and power-driven equipment used in irrigation and grounds maintenance. State and local water restriction guidelines and other relevant laws, codes, and restrictions. Basic knowledge of environmental sustainability standards and practices, including best practices for drought-tolerant plant selections and storm water/irrigation runoff management. Shop mathematics. Organization and layout of campus buildings/facilities. Safety policies and work practices applicable to the work being performed. Regulations and applicable laws regarding the use and disposal of various hazardous materials. Basic English. Basic computer operations.

Skills and Abilities to:

Complete grounds maintenance and irrigation assignments independently without immediate supervision. Perform grounds maintenance duties, including prioritizing and scheduling work on campus grounds. Safely operate and maintain a variety of grounds maintenance equipment. Mix and apply specialized chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects, and other pests. Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and sketches of landscape and irrigation systems. Estimate time, materials, and equipment required to perform assigned duties. Perform minor maintenance repairs as assigned. Prepare and maintain basic records accurately. Operate a computer related to the area of assignment. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS A

valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance program. A Class B license may be required in some assignments. Forklift certification and First Aid/CPR-AED certification must be acquired within 120 days of employment or promotion.

Additional Information Starting Salary Range:

$4, 226 to $5,664 per month; plus 5% annual increases up to step 7. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) assignment, twelve (12) months per year. Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. with evenings and weekends as required .

Application Process:

Complete the application with a minimum of three (3) professional references and answer all supplemental questions; provide detailed information to aid in determining the minimum qualification requirements have been met Attach resume

Optional:

Attach all unofficial transcripts for college coursework completed, if applicable , (copies, photos, and downloads are acceptable) displaying any degrees conferred . Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicant's expense Please note : All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above. Attention Applicants Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including cover letters or letters of recommendation) for this position will not be reviewed . Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Selection Procedure A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and can also be accessed through your application profile. EEO Statement Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status. Accommodations Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at cabrillohr@cabrillo.edu. Questions? Concerns? Please contact HR as Departments, Divisions, and Committee Members are unable to discuss active recruitments with potential candidates.