Landscaper (8097C) Recreation & Wellbeing, 85439

Landscaper (8097C) Recreation & Wellbeing, 85439 Berkeley, CA Job Details Full-time 11 hours ago Qualifications Hardscape Safe work practices Plant identification Tree trimming Customer communication Removing debris Outdoor work Basic math Pruning (plant care) English Equipment malfunction troubleshooting Mowing Maintenance activity documentation Driver's License Electrical experience Staff training Cleaning Electrical troubleshooting Irrigation systems Power tools Training & development Machine minor repairs Integrated pest management Fertilizing Mechanical troubleshooting Entry level Customer complaint resolution Full Job Description Landscaper (8097C) Recreation & Wellbeing, 85439 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan . At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley. Departmental Overview The Department of Recreation & Wellbeing (RecWell) provides competitive and recreational opportunities for students, faculty, staff and campus affiliated community members. In addition to the 30 sports clubs, the department offers a wide range of recreational activities and state of the art equipment. Position Summary RecWell oversees multiple facilities, including outdoor spaces and fields. The Physical Plant Laborer-Gardener B (gardener) performs the daily maintenance of all RecWell site exterior landscape and hardscape. This position keeps the grounds safe, landscapes healthy and hardscapes in good repair. Mows, weeds, trims, prunes and maintains parking lots, parks, streets, courtyards, playgrounds, pathways, trash enclosures, etc. at RecWell facilities and sites. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: April 21, 2026 Responsibilities I. Landscape Maintenance Maintains lawns, plants, shrubs, trees, hedges, ground covers, vines, and bare surface areas on the grounds of the RecWell department. Perform weeding, cultivation, mulching, leaf and debris pick-up. Mow lawns and fields, string trim, edge around hardscapes; trim and prune shrubs, hedges and trees; dethatch, rake, overseed, topdress, aerate and fertilize lawns. Apply pesticides as scheduled. Water various grounds areas by manual or portable sprinklers, with hoses or by operating in ground irrigation systems; perform minor irrigation repairs. II. General Grounds and Hardscape maintenance Clean outdoor areas; pick up and remove litter and debris; empty trash containers, clean and replace as directed,; remove and dispose abandoned furniture, refrigerators and appliances left on grounds. Maintain walks, paths and signage; remove posters and flyers from non-designated areas. Abate fire hazards where necessary around creeks, buildings and parks. Maintain and complete light repairs on roads and walkways. Install traffic signs and wheel stops, set up barricades for events, minor street and parking lot painting. Clean, maintain and organize tools, trucks, shops and equipment. Operate trucks, electric and gas carts, riding and power mowers, power edgers, pneumatic tools and a variety of other grounds equipment and tools; service and make minor repairs and adjustments. III. Customer Service Expectations and Miscellaneous Communicate and work effectively with staff, customers, community, and youth groups; provide excellent customer service. Lead/or assist community, recreation and youth groups in grounds related events. Respond to customer complaints effectively and report unresolved problems to supervisor. Follow proper purchasing and inventory procedures established by unit and department. Assist in training casual and student staff. Keep daily time log. Return completed work tag documentation in timely manner. IV. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing general landscape maintenance and the operation of common grounds maintenance tools, trucks and equipment. Essential plant identification and horticulture knowledge; basic turf maintenance knowledge; basic irrigation systems knowledge; Integrated Pest Management and safe use of pesticides knowledge; common safety procedures including safe lifting techniques. Ability to speak, understand and legibly write English to communicate with work community and to record measurements, complete simple forms and maintenance records. Read and understand materials such as job instructions, equipment and safety manuals. Follow written and oral instructions. Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public, coworkers and supervisors. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions to calculate square footage and amounts of seed, fertilizer and pesticide to apply. Appropriately select and safely use hand power tools and equipment. Maintain vehicles, tools and equipment including basic troubleshooting to identify and correct minor mechanical and electrical malfunctions. Must be able to bend, stoop, twist, reach, stand and walk for extended periods on even, uneven and sloping surfaces. Ability to independently lift up to 50 lbs. and up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Ability to work outdoors in extreme and/or fluctuating weather conditions. Must be available to respond to emergencies and work occasional overtime on weekends/holidays. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions. Central irrigation programming experience. Experience in Irrigation troubleshooting and repair. Experience in customer relations

License/Certifications:

Must maintain a valid CA Driver's License and a clean DMV record. Possession of or ability to obtain California Department of Pesticide Regulation Q.A.L or Q.A.C. within 6 months.

Education:

Knowledge of

ANSI A 300

Part 1- Standard Pruning Practices. Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position that is eligible for UC Benefits. This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.