Gardener
San José State University•San Jose, CA
•$4,050 - $5,035•Onsite
About The Position
The Gardener is responsible for maintaining and enhancing campus landscapes, athletic fields, and grounds to support a safe, attractive, and functional university environment. Working independently under general supervision, this position performs skilled horticultural and sports turf maintenance, irrigation repair, pest management, and operation of specialized grounds equipment. The role ensures campus grounds and athletic facilities are maintained to established standards while supporting sustainability, operational efficiency, and the university's mission.
Requirements
- Two years of experience in performing work in the cultivation and care of nursery or ornamental plants including planting of seeds and cuttings, watering, fertilizing, transplanting, and pruning.
- Requires the possession of a valid California Driver's License for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required for position and in any emergency situation.
- Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations.
Nice To Haves
- QAL/QAC Certificate for pest control in Landscape
- Two years in the general maintenance of landscaped areas, one year of which shall have been in the maintenance of sports turf, equipment operation, and irrigation installation and repair.
Responsibilities
- Maintain campus landscapes, ornamental gardens, trees, shrubs, and athletic sports turf.
- Prepare, line, and maintain athletic fields to meet intercollegiate competition standards.
- Install, cultivate, prune, fertilize, irrigate, and care for plants, trees, shrubs, and turf.
- Inspect, repair, modify, and maintain irrigation systems and related equipment.
- Apply herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and soil amendments using approved practices.
- Operate and perform routine maintenance on grounds equipment, vehicles, and specialized turf maintenance machinery.
- Maintain nursery operations, propagate plants, and recommend appropriate plant materials and landscape improvements.
- Document work activities, maintain inventory and equipment records, and utilize computerized maintenance management systems.
- Respond to urgent maintenance needs, report repair issues, and maintain safe, clean work areas.
- Participate in training, follow safety procedures, and use required personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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