Groundskeeper jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Groundskeeper cuts and maintains lawns and grass. Rakes leaves and cares for plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs. Being a Groundskeeper determines the appropriate plants or shrubs for walkways or garden areas. Provides grounds maintenance in all seasons. Additionally, Groundskeeper is responsible for snow and dirt removal. Keeps the grounds and environment of a facility in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and healthy condition. Operates light trucks and assorted power equipment. Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and grounds equipment. May require horticultural training. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Groundskeeper works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Facilities Groundskeeper
  • University of California Santa Cruz
  • Scotts Valley, CA FULL_TIME
  • Facilities Groundskeeper


    Location:
    Scotts Valley
    Job ID: 44415

    JOB POSTING



    NOTIFICATIONS

    UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.

    Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.

    INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

    UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

    The IRD for this job is: 11-02-2022

    ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

    UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

    DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

    Colleges, Housing and Educational Services (CHES) is a multi-funded organization of the Finance, Operations and Administration (FOA) division at UC Santa Cruz. CHES provides leadership in the areas of college student life and residential services, housingservices and facilities, employee housing and capital planning, business and financial analysis, dining services, conference services, early education services, and the Bay Tree Campus Store and ID card services. Through these units educational and developmental programs and services are offered to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, children and external constituents.

    The Facilities unit of CHES provides comprehensive facilities support to over 9,500 student residents in ten colleges and sixassociated residential communities, as well as seven Dining facilities. The department maintains 186 buildings of 2 million square feet. Facilities employs 45 represented and non-represented career staff and over 100 student staff positions, and manages an annual budget of approximately $9 million. The mission of Facilities is to plan for, develop, and maintain a comfortable and safe physical environment for our residents
    and cost effectively maintain the assets of the campus in a manner that meets the highest standards of the housing and facilities management profession in coordination with other campus facilities units.

    More information can be found here:housing.ucsc.edu



    JOB SUMMARY

    Under general supervision, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining the grounds of Family Student Housing. The incumbent performs routine day-to-day grounds maintenance tasks and assists in the on-going development of grounds improvements for Family Student Housing. This position must interact effectively on a daily basis with other facilities staff, college housing staff, student staff, and residential customers. The incumbent will be cross-trained and able to respond to grounds maintenance needs in various campus housing areas as
    required.

    APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

    Salary Information: $21.10 / hourly

    No. of Positions: 1

    Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

    Schedule Information:
    • Full-time, Fixed
    • Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
    • Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
    • Shift Includes: Day

    Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment

    Job End Date: None

    Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

    Union Representation: Service Employees (SX)

    Job Code Classification: 008133 - GROUNDSKEEPER

    Travel: Never or Rarely

    JOB DUTIES

    80%
    • Mows lawns and all grass areas; edges around walks, flowerbeds, and similar areas.
    • Trims and prunes shrubs, hedges and trees.
    • Operate power mowers, edger, and blowers; trucks and other light construction vehicles; string trimmers, and other grounds powered and hand equipment and tools. Service and make minor repairs or adjustments to equipment.
    • Prepares and fertilizes soil for planting; hoes, weeds, rakes lawns and common areas.
    • Installs, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems (automatic and manual).
    • Supervise student employees in the performance of grounds tasks.
    • Collects ground litter and refuse, clears storm drains and gutters.
    • Maintains garbage dumpster areas as needed.
    • The ability to load, transport and lift concrete sacks (up to100lbs) with accommodation and assistance of coworkers.
    • Mixes cement, as needed, for small construction projects; assists in the construction of small projects.
    • Assists with master plan grounds projects as directed

    20%
    • Recommends supplies and equipment purchase needs to supervisor; purchases as directed; maintains inventory of tools.
    • Assists in coordination of hazardous waste program.
    • Respond to residents' grounds related questions and refer to supervisor as needed.
    • Conducts on going inspection of residents' yards and notifies supervisor of policy violations; posts notices to residents as directed.
    • Assists with Campus Recycling program as needed.
    • Performs other duties as directed by Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor.


    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Experience in grounds maintenance or gardening or equivalent skills as obtained through participation in course work or training programs.
    • Experience in the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
    • Experience in simple carpentry work necessary to make repairs to fences, retaining walls, and other landscape features.
    • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
    • The ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations necessary for grounds maintenance tasks and record keeping.
    • Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with college residents, student employees, college staff, campus craft workers, and faculty. The ability to work well with people from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
    • Knowledge of personal computer productivity tools, including word processing software, e-mail, and Internet browser applications.
    • The ability to work independently and as part of a team; to appropriately prioritize work; and to communicate progress to supervisor on assigned projects.
    • The ability to read University correspondence, training materials, policies and procedures with comprehension sufficient to act appropriately based on the written materials.


    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Possession of Qualified Applicator Certificate.


    SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
    • Selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check.
    • Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
    • Selected candidate will be required to provide DMV driving record printout.
    • Ability to perform work overhead and to perform repetitive tasks.
    • The ability to work from a stepladders and extension ladders.
    • The ability to safely move 50 lbs. with or without accommodations.
    • The ability to safely move up to 100lbs with accommodation and assistance of coworkers.
    • The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
    • Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.


    SAFETY STATEMENT

    All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job opening. Do not attach any documents to 'My Activities'. Visit our How to Apply tutorial for detailed instructions on our applicant process.

    EEO/AA

    The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.


    APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
    View full job description and access on-line application:
    https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=44415&PostingSeq=1

    To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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Gardener Groundskeeper
  • University of California - Santa Cruz
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • JOB POSTING HOW TO APPLYFor full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. For guidance related to the application process or if you are ex...
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Landscape Foreperson
  • Cedar Fair
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • Overview: Overall direction and leadership of the Landscape section and assist in the installation and maintenance of La...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Porter/Groundskeeper
  • BGSF
  • San Jose, CA
  • No experience? No problem! BGSF is seeking experienced and inexperienced individuals as groundskeepers and porters in th...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Janitor
  • EAH Housing
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • ** Janitor** **Job Category****:** Service **Requisition Number****:** JANIT002785 Showing 1 location **Job Details** **...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Inventory Arborist
  • Cnutility
  • Burlingame, CA
  • ** CN Utility Consulting (CNUC)** ** Inventory Arborist** Burlingame, CA 94010 **Title:** Inventory Arborist **Location:...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Landscape Foreperson
  • California's Great America
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • Overview: Overall direction and leadership of the Landscape section and assist in the installation and maintenance of La...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Custodian - PC#1295 (AHS)
  • Salinas Union High School District
  • Salinas, CA
  • Position Type: Custodial & Groundskeeping/Lead Custodian Date Posted: 1/9/2024 Location: Alisal High School Closing Date...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Janitor(1341,1276)
  • EAH Housing
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • ** Janitor(1341,1276)** **Job Category****:** Service **Requisition Number****:** JANIT002785 Showing 1 location **Job D...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Payroll Specialist
  • Plant Sciences, Inc.
  • Watsonville, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Local agricultural company seeking motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to j...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Cruz (/ˈsæntə ˈkruːz/, Spanish: Holy Cross) is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California. As of 2013 the U.S. Census Bureau estimated Santa Cruz's population at 62,864. Situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 32 mi (51 km) south of San Jose and 75 mi (120 km) south of San Francisco, the city is part of the 12-county San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland Combined Statistical Area. Santa Cruz is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline, redwood forests, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to th...
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Income Estimation for Groundskeeper jobs
$40,005 to $55,822
Santa Cruz, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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