Athletic Grounds & Irrigation Technician

Antelope Valley College; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Antelope Valley College is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform mowing, trimming, watering, irrigation maintenance, fertilizing and athletic field prep on AVC grounds. The role supports safe, clean, and well-kept outdoor spaces across campus.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and two years of grounds maintenance or irrigation experience, a California driver's license, and the ability to obtain a forklift certificate within the first year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of grounds maintenance, landscaping or irrigation experience.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and preventative maintenance.
• Experience with fertilizing, herbicides and turf management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim shrubs, edge borders and maintain landscaped areas.
• Inspect, install and repair sprinkler systems and related components.
• Maintain parking lots, roadways and athletic fields.
• Prepare and apply fertilizers and pesticides following safety guidelines.
• Submit work orders and keep records of materials used.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Irrigation systems

Hedge trimming

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift (within first year)

Lawn mower & sprayer equipment

Job description

Antelope Valley College is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform mowing, trimming, watering, irrigation maintenance, fertilizing and athletic field prep on AVC grounds. The role supports safe, clean, and well-kept outdoor spaces across campus.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and two years of grounds maintenance or irrigation experience, a California driver's license, and the ability to obtain a forklift certificate within the first year.