Campus Grounds Lead – Landscaping & Irrigation

Universityculture; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Channel Islands is seeking a Lead Groundsworker to supervise a grounds crew and manage campus landscaping projects. You will coordinate planting, irrigation, pruning, and maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers, ensure safety and quality, and work with Facilities Services to plan and execute major grounds work.

Requirements include two years of grounds maintenance experience, a valid California driver’s license, and the ability to train staff and read plans.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in planting, cultivating and maintaining flowers and shrubs.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to train staff and interpret policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and work with a grounds crew on planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering, and maintenance of campus landscapes.
• Coordinate major grounds projects such as resodding, sprinkler installations, and large landscaping works.
• Inspect completed work and provide evaluation input for annual reviews.
• Maintain records and generate reports of work completed; operate and drive light vehicles as needed.
• Research vendors, manage costs, and develop cost-cutting solutions.

Skills

Oversee crew

Training

Communication

Reading/Writing

Job description

California State University, Channel Islands is seeking a Lead Groundsworker to supervise a grounds crew and manage campus landscaping projects. You will coordinate planting, irrigation, pruning, and maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers, ensure safety and quality, and work with Facilities Services to plan and execute major grounds work.

Requirements include two years of grounds maintenance experience, a valid California driver’s license, and the ability to train staff and read plans.