Athletic Groundskeeper & Landscaping Specialist

Peralta Community College District (CA); Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District is seeking a Groundsworker - Gardener to maintain athletic complexes and campus grounds under general supervision. The role includes mowing, planting, irrigation, and seasonal landscaping work to support a safe, attractive campus environment.

Qualified applicants will have at least one year of full-time grounds-keeping experience and a valid California driver's license. The district emphasizes diversity, safety, and reliable teamwork in daily operations.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in commercial grounds-keeping or related work.
• Must have a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be insurable under the district's insurance policy.
• Ability to work with diverse campus community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, shrubs, trees, and ground cover through watering, trimming, and fertilizing.
• Spray shrubs, trees, weeds, and lawns
• Prune trees and perform planting, transplanting, and fertilization
• Operate mowers and equipment; maintain tools and perform minor repairs
• Assist in installing landscaping projects and irrigation systems
• Prepare fields for sports and maintain athletic facilities

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Power equipment operation

Safety procedures

Cooperative relationships

Heavy physical labor

Follow directions

Tools

Lawn mowers

Trimmers

Rototillers

Sprinkler systems

Job description

Peralta Community College District is seeking a Groundsworker - Gardener to maintain athletic complexes and campus grounds under general supervision. The role includes mowing, planting, irrigation, and seasonal landscaping work to support a safe, attractive campus environment.

Qualified applicants will have at least one year of full-time grounds-keeping experience and a valid California driver's license. The district emphasizes diversity, safety, and reliable teamwork in daily operations.