Lead Athletic Fields Groundsworker

The Beach • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Manager of Grounds and Landscape Services or his designee, assist, supervise and coordinate the activities of Grounds workers, Gardeners, Gardening Specialists and other technicians/specialists engaged in general grounds maintenance for the Athletics Fields. Department Beach Building Services 1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week. Duration of Appointment This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools and equipment used in planting, cultivating and caring for flowers, shrubs, lawns and trees.
• General knowledge of common plant diseases, pests, and weeds and approved methods and materials used in their control and eradication.
• Horticultural methods and materials and planting and growing requirements of plants are commonly grown in California.
• Extensive knowledge of plants; Advance knowledge of irrigation programming, scheduling, design and installation.
• Ability to draft, coordinate and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to provide training, interpret policies and explain methods and procedures.
• Ability to read and write at a level sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
• Ability to perform general gardening and grounds maintenance work.
• Supervision experience in an institutional setting.
• Knowledge and ability to read blueprints and inspect quality of work.
• Basic computer skills, ability to send and read email, operate other programs as trained.
• Must be able to occasionally work a flexible schedule to meet organizational needs.
• Experience working in a university or large organizational service setting.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Communicates with the University community in a civil manner.
• Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
• Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
• Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
• Equivalent to a high school diploma and two years of experience in planting, cultivating, and maintaining flowers and shrubs, or in general grounds maintenance work required.
• Valid California driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead/Supervision of Groundsworkers: Work planning, supervising/training and assisting staff engaged in in planting, cultivating, trash collecting and disposal, fertilizing, watering and spraying ornamental plants, shrubs, hedges, trees, lawns and flowers.
• Grounds maintenance: Schedules irrigation controllers in the field and through the Rain master central irrigation system, works with outside contractors/vendors in coordinating work, inspecting work completed to the satisfaction of University standards.
• With the Manager of Grounds and Landscape Services or his designee, perform inspections of assigned sections.
• Support established guidelines and procedures and inspect completed work.
• Support and assure departmental goals and procedures are being met and followed.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off : Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs.
• Retirement Plans : Participation in CalPERS defined benefit plan and access to voluntary savings plans like 403(b), 401(k), and 457.
• Educational Benefits : Tuition fee waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Perks : Access to wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and various insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees