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Job Description
Classified Substitute - Groundsworker at Lincoln Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/30/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/1/2026 Contact Judith Espino Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Single Rate $25.34 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info $25.34 per hour Length of Work Year School Year 2025-2026 Employment Type Part Time Job Description /
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JOB TITLE
Substitute Grounds Position
DESCRPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform grounds, gardening and maintenance work and/or to operate motorized grounds equipment as part of a grounds keeping crew. Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job class performs a variety of general and specialized grounds, gardening and maintenance duties in the upkeep of district/school sites. Positions in this job class are assigned to a grounds keeping crew, which performs grounds keeping functions.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Hauls sand, bark and other materials for grounds projects to include gravel, loam, trash etc.. Operates hand and power tools and equipment including power mowers, edger's, trimmers, blowers, sweepers, chain saws and other grounds maintenance equipment/tools Plants, cultivates, prunes, trims, waters and sprays trees, shrubs, weeds, hedges and plants Keeps school and/or other District grounds clean; sweeps sidewalks and picks up paper, rubbish and other debris Hoes and rakes weeds, leaves and grass clippings May assist in the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems May make minor repairs and adjustments to sprinkler lines, heads, valves and automatic timers Maintains work records and logs related to assigned jobs Empties and maintains exterior trash receptacles Maintains logs for maintenance equipment upkeep May perform custodial work as assigned May assist in pick up and delivery of school supplies and surplus items as assigned Performs other duties similar to the above in scope and function as required
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License, which may include a Class II Licenses Knowledge of general grounds keeping and gardening methods and practices Knowledge of the safe use, maintenance and operation of grounds keeping tools and heavy or specialized power equipment General knowledge of irrigation systems Ability to effectively and safely use hand and power tools associated with grounds keeping and gardening work Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to sprinkling systems Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work on a variety of small grounds keeping equipment, small engines and tools Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully performs required duties Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and landscaping plans Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties Requirements / Qualifications Chosen candidate must clear Live Scan process through Lincoln Unified School district before becoming eligible to be placed on Substitute list. Current Driver's License and valid Social Security card will also be required. Letter(s) of Recommendation (Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Required) Resume (Resume) Requirements / Qualifications Chosen candidate must clear Live Scan process through Lincoln Unified School district before becoming eligible to be placed on Substitute list. Current Driver's License and valid Social Security card will also be required. Letter(s) of Recommendation (Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Required) Resume (Resume) Comments and Other Information To be considered for hire, candidates must meet the minimum requirements including a successful interview and reference checks. Upon hiring, TB pursuant to California Education Code 49406 et seq. and Fingerprint clearance pursuant to Education Code 45125 et seq. (at applicant's expense) is required. Attachments must be scanned and attached to the Ed-join application. Do not fax or mail attachments. Need directions or assistance attaching documents to your online application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on "Help Center" or call (888) 900-8945 We are an equal opportunity employer.
LINCOLN UNIFIED RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DISREGARD ANY APPLICATION WHICH IS NOT FULLY COMPLETE AND SIGNED BY THE APPLICANT FALSE OR INCORRECT STATEMENTS ON THIS APPLICATION OR ANY ATTACHED MATERIALS MAY BE GROUNDS FOR REJECTION OF THE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT OR FOR TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
In accordance with the provisions of Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, California's Fair Employment and Housing Act, Education Code Section 220, and Lincoln Unified School District Policy, no qualified person shall, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, national origin, religion, actual or perceived sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, handicap, age or sexual orientation, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity in the Lincoln Unified School District. The Board prohibits unlawful discrimination against and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, at any district site and/or activity. The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy. If there are questions concerning Section 504 or disability accommodations for job applicants/employees under the ADA, please contact the Office of Human Resources, Lincoln Unified School District. If there are questions concerning discrimination on the basis of sex or any of the other classifications noted above, please contact the Title IX Coordinator at (209) 953-8817 Comments and Other Information To be considered for hire, candidates must meet the minimum requirements including a successful interview and reference checks. Upon hiring, TB pursuant to California Education Code 49406 et seq. and Fingerprint clearance pursuant to Education Code 45125 et seq. (at applicant's expense) is required. Attachments must be scanned and attached to the Ed-join application. Do not fax or mail attachments. Need directions or assistance attaching documents to your online application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on "Help Center" or call (888) 900-8945 We are an equal opportunity employer.
LINCOLN UNIFIED RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DISREGARD ANY APPLICATION WHICH IS NOT FULLY COMPLETE AND SIGNED BY THE APPLICANT FALSE OR INCORRECT STATEMENTS ON THIS APPLICATION OR ANY ATTACHED MATERIALS MAY BE GROUNDS FOR REJECTION OF THE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT OR FOR TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
In accordance with the provisions of Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, California's Fair Employment and Housing Act, Education Code Section 220, and Lincoln Unified School District Policy, no qualified person shall, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, national origin, religion, actual or perceived sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, handicap, age or sexual orientation, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity in the Lincoln Unified School District. The Board prohibits unlawful discrimination against and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, at any district site and/or activity. The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy. If there are questions concerning Section 504 or disability accommodations for job applicants/employees under the ADA, please contact the Office of Human Resources, Lincoln Unified School District. If there are questions concerning discrimination on the basis of sex or any of the other classifications noted above, please contact the Title IX Coordinator at (209) 953-8817 Links Related To This Job Lincoln Unified School District Website Learn about Our Community Visit the Delta-Sierra Recruitment Center CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
