Campus Groundskeeper & Event Support

California State University, Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento is seeking a Housing Groundsworker to maintain campus grounds, including parking areas, under supervision. The role helps preserve a healthy, attractive, and safe outdoor environment and may assist with event setup and cleanup.

The candidate should have at least one year of grounds maintenance experience and basic shrub/tree care knowledge, plus the ability to operate common gardening tools.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in care and maintenance of landscaped areas.
• Knowledge of pruning and shrub/tree trimming techniques.
• Ability to operate gardening equipment safely and effectively.
• Understanding of safety practices in grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• General gardening maintenance across campus grounds.
• Support event setup and cleanup as needed.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Planting and cultivation

Fertilizing

Safety practices

Pruning techniques

Equipment operation

Sprinkler maintenance

Small trucks operation

Tools

Garden equipment operation

Mowers and edgers

Power-driven grounds equipment

Job description

California State University, Sacramento is seeking a Housing Groundsworker to maintain campus grounds, including parking areas, under supervision. The role helps preserve a healthy, attractive, and safe outdoor environment and may assist with event setup and cleanup.

The candidate should have at least one year of grounds maintenance experience and basic shrub/tree care knowledge, plus the ability to operate common gardening tools.