Grounds Equipment Operator at La Habra City School District Print Application Deadline 9/15/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/1/2026 Contact Brenda Baez-Llamas 562-690-2326 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $4,573 - $5,852 (6-steps) Monthly Length of Work Year 8 hours/day - 12 months/year Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary The job of Grounds Equipment Operator is done for the purpose/s of constructing and maintaining landscaped areas; operating large mowers and heavy equipment used to maintain District grounds; assisting other department members in completion of projects; ensuring availability of items to complete projects on time; coordinating work flow; and ensuring safety of workers. This job reports to the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor or designee. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent: Graduation from high school or equivalency. One (1) year experience in grounds maintenance, including use of large power equipment such as tractors, dump trucks, mowers and skip loader. (For more information, please view the Job Description)

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

This is a promotional and open competitive recruitment. The examination may consist of a training and experience (supplemental responses) evaluation, written test or performance test and a structured oral interview. To qualify to be placed on an eligibility list, a candidate must obtain a passing score on each test part of the examination process. Final scores will be obtained by combining the relative weights of scores on each test part. If Veteran's credit is claimed, proof of status (DD214) must be submitted to the Classified Personnel Office at the same time the application form is submitted or prior to testing. The life of the eligibility list will be twelve (12) months. The resulting eligibility list will be used to fill current and future permanent and substitute vacancies. Applicants who may need reasonable accommodation for interviewing or testing must notify the Personnel Department at (562) 690-2321, three business days prior to the testing date. Date of Examination Candidates who are among the most qualified shall be notified via email or telephone of the time, date and place of the examination(s).

Explanation of Required Documents:

• A fully completed EdJoin Employment Application

• Pass District Proficiency Exam Letter of Introduction Resume Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent: Graduation from high school or equivalency. One (1) year experience in grounds maintenance, including use of large power equipment such as tractors, dump trucks, mowers and skip loader. (For more information, please view the Job Description)

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

This is a promotional and open competitive recruitment. The examination may consist of a training and experience (supplemental responses) evaluation, written test or performance test and a structured oral interview. To qualify to be placed on an eligibility list, a candidate must obtain a passing score on each test part of the examination process. Final scores will be obtained by combining the relative weights of scores on each test part. If Veteran's credit is claimed, proof of status (DD214) must be submitted to the Classified Personnel Office at the same time the application form is submitted or prior to testing. The life of the eligibility list will be twelve (12) months. The resulting eligibility list will be used to fill current and future permanent and substitute vacancies. Applicants who may need reasonable accommodation for interviewing or testing must notify the Personnel Department at (562) 690-2321, three business days prior to the testing date. Date of Examination Candidates who are among the most qualified shall be notified via email or telephone of the time, date and place of the examination(s).

Explanation of Required Documents:

• A fully completed EdJoin Employment Application

• Pass District Proficiency Exam Letter of Introduction Resume Comments and Other Information You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. Please note that incomplete applications will be screened out. Resumes must be attached and are not a substitute for a completed application. Fill out all sections of the application to the best of your ability. The Board of Trustees desires to provide District employees and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Comments and Other Information You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. Please note that incomplete applications will be screened out. Resumes must be attached and are not a substitute for a completed application. Fill out all sections of the application to the best of your ability. The Board of Trustees desires to provide District employees and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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