Campus Groundskeeper: Field & Turf Maintenance

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision plans

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Paid time off

CE/education reimbursement

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform ground maintenance and outdoor custodial tasks on campus. The role involves daily field maintenance, irrigation upkeep, and equipment inspection under supervision and lead guidance.

The position emphasizes safe operation of mowers and hand tools, attention to plant identification, weed control knowledge, and excellent customer service with campus staff and visitors. On-site work and diverse weather conditions are expected.

Qualifications

• Valid California driver’s license required.
• No minimum education required.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and vegetation care.
• Experience operating mowers and assorted tools.
• Knowledge of tree/plant identification and weed control.
• Ability to check and maintain mechanical equipment.
• Customer service and professional communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills for teamwork and safety.

Responsibilities

• 40% - Outdoor custodial functions and grounds upkeep.
• 40% - Maintenance of campus grounds including landscaping tasks.
• 10% - Equipment maintenance and care.
• 10% - Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Tree/plant ID

Weed control chemicals

Machinery inspection

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

No minimum education required

Job description

University of California, Davis is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform ground maintenance and outdoor custodial tasks on campus. The role involves daily field maintenance, irrigation upkeep, and equipment inspection under supervision and lead guidance.

The position emphasizes safe operation of mowers and hand tools, attention to plant identification, weed control knowledge, and excellent customer service with campus staff and visitors. On-site work and diverse weather conditions are expected.