Substitute- Groundskeeper- June and July 2026

Substitute

• Groundskeeper
• June and July 2026 at Riverbank Unified School District Print Application Deadline 5/22/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/8/2026 Contact Erica Ane 209-869-2538 131 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Step 1
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89 Length of Work Year 2 months + Employment Type Part Time Job Summary Job Summary The District is seeking a dependable and hardworking Substitute Groundskeeper for the months of June and July 2026, with the possibility of continued employment beyond the summer season. Duties include maintaining school grounds, landscaping, irrigation, and general outdoor upkeep to help keep our campuses safe, clean, and welcoming. Candidates should enjoy working outdoors, be reliable, and work well independently and as part of a team. This role requires and individual who is punctual, respectful, and committed to supporting the school's mission and traditions. Classified substitute staff step in with professionalism and care, preserving the continuity of service that our school community depends on. Job Description /

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RIVERBANK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT GROUNDSKEEPER/SITE JOB SUMMARY

Groundskeeper, under supervision of the Supervisor of Maintenance/Operations/Transportation or designee, performs a wide variety of specialized and responsible tasks relating to the District Grounds and Maintenance Operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Application of:

District policies and procedures as they apply; Methods and practices of lawn, garden, tool and equipment management; Operation of tools and equipment used in landscape and garden maintenance; Oral and written communication skills; Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; Proper methods and use of sprinklers, valves, controllers, backflows and pumps; Basic knowledge of herbicides.

Ability to:

? Work confidentially ?See for purposes of reading printed matter and observing students ?Hear and understand speech at normal levels ?Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation ?Lift, carry, push, pull, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, run and crawl ?Perform heavy physical exertion ?Lift 75-100 pounds ?Carry 50 pounds ?Reach in all directions (physically) ?Operate a variety of equipment, tools and machines in a safe and proper manner ?Maintain and verify accuracy and completeness of work requests ?Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others ?Meet schedules and deadlines ?Plan and organize vs utilize time management and organizational skills ?Provide work direction to others as assigned ?Troubleshoot and repair/replace a variety of equipment ?Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations ?Stand for extended periods of time ?Operate equipment ?Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION

May include, but are not limited to: 1.Performs a wide variety of specialized maintenance service tasks; interpret and apply rules and regulations as appropriate. 2.Maintains school equipment throughout the District 3.Maintains a clean, orderly work area 4.Operates a variety of grounds/landscape equipment, tools, and machines 5.Repairs and installs fencing 6.Digs ditches and trenches 7.Monitor all site ground area for safety, maintenance, and improvement 8.May assist in the kitchen as necessary 9.Responsible for periodic grounds chemical spraying activities 10.Performs related duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required; Two (2) years of maintenance repair experience and one (1) year of school grounds maintenance or gardening.

Conditions of Employment:

Possession of a valid California Drivers License required

Possession of Qualified Applicator License/Certificate Permit:

Category B required Requirements / Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required: Once (1) year of building custodial experience preferably in a school setting Possession of a valid California Divers License required Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please attach 2 letters dated within the last years) Proof of HS Graduation Resume TB Screening Result (Must be Valid in the last 4 years) Requirements / Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required: Once (1) year of building custodial experience preferably in a school setting Possession of a valid California Divers License required Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please attach 2 letters dated within the last years) Proof of HS Graduation Resume TB Screening Result (Must be Valid in the last 4 years) Comments and Other Information Please scan and attach all required documents to your Edjoin application. Please only attach to your application documents that are requested. An over abundance of paperwork is not needed. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. We do not accept documents by mail, email, fax, or personal delivery.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS

The following documents are NOT required at the time of application, but will be required of the selected candidate

PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance
• Tuberculosis clearance
• Pre-employment drug and physical screen clearance
• Mandated Reporter Certificate

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with their on-line application may contact the

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• Friday, 8:00 AM
• 5:00 PM Comments and Other Information Please scan and attach all required documents to your Edjoin application.

Please only attach to your application documents that are requested. An over abundance of paperwork is not needed. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. We do not accept documents by mail, email, fax, or personal delivery.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS

The following documents are NOT required at the time of application, but will be required of the selected candidate

PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance
• Tuberculosis clearance
• Pre-employment drug and physical screen clearance
• Mandated Reporter Certificate

APPLICANTS REQUIRING ASSISTANCE

with their on-line application may contact the

ED-JOIN HELP DESK AT

(888) 900-8945 Monday

• Friday, 8:00 AM
• 5:00 PM Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc.

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