Athletic Fields & Grounds Maintenance Technician

Antelope Valley College; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Antelope Valley College is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of duties including mowing, irrigation maintenance, fertilization, and cleanliness of athletic fields and surrounding areas.

The role requires a valid California driver's license and 2 years of grounds maintenance experience; forklift certification within first year; work outdoors in varying weather; contribute to safety and recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years grounds maintenance, landscaping or irrigation experience.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Forklift certification within first year in this classification.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, fertilization, pesticides, and general grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns; edge and trim around borders; prune shrubs and trees.
• Prepare soil, fertilize, and maintain athletic fields; lay sod and perform minor trenching.
• Install, maintain, repair sprinkler systems; adjust timers and clocks; repair heads and valves.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Irrigation repair

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Recordkeeping

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Truck/vehicle operation

Job description

Antelope Valley College is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of duties including mowing, irrigation maintenance, fertilization, and cleanliness of athletic fields and surrounding areas.

The role requires a valid California driver's license and 2 years of grounds maintenance experience; forklift certification within first year; work outdoors in varying weather; contribute to safety and recordkeeping.