Grounds Gardener I

Foothill-De Anza Community College District • Los Altos, CA

396d • $51,233 - $67,491 • Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Gardener I position at Foothill-De Anza Community College District is an entry-level role focused on performing routine grounds maintenance work to ensure the proper care of lawns, landscaped areas, and campus grounds. The position involves heavy manual labor and is supervised to allow for primarily routine duties with minimal independent judgment. The role is essential for maintaining a safe and functional educational environment, contributing to the district's mission of student success and educational excellence.

Requirements

• Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent education.
• Experience in grounds gardening work.
• Possession of a valid class C California driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of landscape plant materials and common plant diseases.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of equipment and tools.
• Understanding of safety practices and equipment used in grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance work including cleaning pathways, parking lots, and structures.
• Plant, cultivate, weed, water, and care for lawns, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, and flowers.
• Operate various grounds maintenance equipment such as tractors, mowers, and power tools.
• Report safety hazards and maintain equipment in safe operating condition.
• Assist with irrigation problems and perform landscape construction tasks.
• Transport tools and supplies to ensure availability at work sites.
• Attend training sessions and incorporate new information into work duties.

Benefits

• Medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents.
• Dental and vision care.
• Employee assistance program.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits.
• Basic life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed