Campus Grounds Equipment Operator

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking a Grounds Equipment Operator to maintain groomed turf on campus. You will operate ride-on and walk-behind mowers, tractors, and related attachments, performing aeration, de-thatching, and debris removal while following safety standards.

The role requires experience with medium to heavy grounds equipment, preventive maintenance, and the ability to work with diverse teams to deliver high-quality landscapes.

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating medium to heavy power-grounds equipment.
• Experience performing routine turf maintenance.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance on equipment.
• Ability to work independently and with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate ride-on and walk-behind mowers and tractors with attachments.
• Perform aeration, thatch removal, and turf care tasks.
• Operate loader tractors, dump trucks, and turf sweepers.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and assist other Grounds work crews.

Skills

Operate heavy grounds equipment

Teamwork and communication

Preventive maintenance

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Job description

UC San Diego is seeking a Grounds Equipment Operator to maintain groomed turf on campus. You will operate ride-on and walk-behind mowers, tractors, and related attachments, performing aeration, de-thatching, and debris removal while following safety standards.

The role requires experience with medium to heavy grounds equipment, preventive maintenance, and the ability to work with diverse teams to deliver high-quality landscapes.