Groundskeeper, Senior

Groundskeeper, Senior Riverside Community College District Application Deadline. Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed below by 8:00 p.m.,

Pacific Standard Time:

Department:

Facilities (R)

Position Type:

Support Staff (Classified / Confidential)

College/Campus:

Riverside Physical location of the position:

Riverside Employment Type:

Full-Time If Part-Time, indicate the number of hours per week

Position Length:

12-month

Salary Range:

Grade H Salary Amount:

$5,350 - $6,513

Salary Type:

Monthly Is this position categorically (grant) funded? No If categorically (grant) funded, date funded through:

Basic Function:

Under supervision of the area Supervisor, performs repair work on and installation of all types of sprinkler heads, galvanized and plastic pipe, valves, vacuum breakers, sediment removers and control clocks; assists in layout of new sprinkler installations; performs skilled gardening work in planting, cultivating and maintaining lawns, plants and shrubs; may operate gardening equipment of all types.

Education:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

Experience:

Three years' experience in sprinkler installation and repair are required. Experience in operating a backhoe is desired.

KNOWLEDGE OF

Codes, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the plumbing trade; methods, tools, materials, and practices used in gardening work; common plants; cultivation, fertilizing, watering, and spraying of trees, shrubs, and flowers.

ABILITY TO

Read blueprints and to work from plans and specifications; recognize common species of plant pests and to use proper insecticides for their control; make minor repairs on equipment used in gardening; operate mechanical equipment; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; get along well with others.

Licenses/Certifications:

None Other:

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Candidate must demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and the community.

CONTACTS

Workers, grounds crew, coaches, vendors, other departmental staff, and contractors.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing and light lifting; dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body in the operation of office equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Grounds and facilities environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

1. Cleans areas, assigned. 2. Maintains campus irrigation systems. 3. Installs and designs new systems. 4. Troubleshoots any related electrical problems and issues. 5. Maintains inventory for daily use. 6. Unplugs and re-routs water lines. 7. Maintains landscape areas. 8. Operates tractors, backhoes, graders, commercial trucks, sod cutters, trenchers, mowers and related equipment. 9. Trims trees and removes garbage. 10. Performs work done by ground crew 11. Sprays herbicides, pesticides and insecticides 12. Repairs and replaces cement 13. Works with outside contractors 14. Sets up equipment for large events. 15. Participates in District-provided in-service training programs. 16. Maintains a friendly, supportive atmosphere for students, staff, faculty, and the public. 17. Performs other duties, related to the position, as assigned. Duties and Responsibilities -

Continued:

Duties and Responsibilities:

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Continued Conditions of Employment:

SALARY:

Salary grades consist of nine steps. A new employee is normally placed on Step 1 of the grade. Changes in step placement take place on the first day of the first month following the anniversary date of attaining permanent classified employee status until the maximum of the grade is reached.

HOLIDAYS

There are 13 holidays observed each year. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

VACATION

Employees are granted 12 days of vacation per year through the first five years of service to the District; 15 days after completion of five continuous years of service to the District; 20 days after completion of ten continuous years of service to the District; and 22 days after completion of 15 continuous years of service to the District. This computation is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

SICK LEAVE

One day of sick leave for each month of service is granted. This is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months. There is no limit to the number of days of sick leave which may be accrued.

FRINGE BENEFITS

The college provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents. Those employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months will receive a pro-rata share of the benefit package. The dollar value of the package is a subject of negotiation between the District and the Bargaining Unit. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for this benefit package. The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change. All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees. The Riverside Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes the need to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. For more information, contact (951) 222-8039. The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all District employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law, is strictly prohibited. The Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator for the District is Dr Lorraine Jones, 3801 Market St., Riverside, CA 92501.

Telephone Number is:

(951) 222-8039. Work Hours/Work Days for

Classified and Hourly Positions Only:

Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 2:00 pm

Required Applicant Documents:

Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Letter of Recommendation 1

Other Document:

Optional Applicant Documents:

Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3

Associate or Equivalent Transcript Bachelors or Equivalent Transcript Masters or Equivalent Transcript Other Document:

Effective Employment Date:

Anticipated Start Date May 2025

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled Special Comments:

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

• An electronic, RCCD on-line application must be completed to be considered. All portions of the application must be entirely filled out with all information qualifying an applicant for the position. Listing 'see resume' or a similar statement is not acceptable. Only information on the official RCCD application (not resumes) will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum requirements for the position for which he/she is applying. All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying. Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size. An application will not be considered complete unless

ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

are electronically attached to the application by the Application Deadline date. An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification. Paper applications and supporting materials, including letters of recommendation, WILL NOT be accepted! All documents must be submitted electronically with the online application. Letters of reference, IF REQUIRED, must be NON-CONFIDENTIAL and submitted electronically when applying on-line. Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time. The Riverside Community College District does not require testing at the initial application filing period. As you progress through the selection process, you may be required to perform a job-related test based on the needs of the work area for which you are being considered. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicant should contact Diversity and Human Resources at (951) 222-8595 for assistance.

Application Types Accepted:

Classified/Management/Confidential Application Position Length:

Education:

Experience:

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