Grounds Maintenance Worker

City of Peoria, Arizona; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a prominent school district that values the importance of maintaining beautiful and functional grounds. As a member of the grounds maintenance crew, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the outdoor spaces are well-kept and inviting for students and staff alike. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the community. If you have a passion for gardening and grounds maintenance, and you meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth grade and at least one year of grounds maintenance experience.
• Valid Class C California driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds maintenance and gardening work at District sites.
• Operate a variety of light grounds maintenance equipment.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Gardening

Operating Light Equipment

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Light Grounds Maintenance Equipment

Job description

California Department of Education | Riverside, CA 92501

With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly 42,000 students across 50 schools in Riverside.

Job Summary

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, perform general and varied grounds maintenance and gardening work at District sites on an assigned gardening or hardscape crew; operate a variety of light grounds maintenance equipment.

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: completion of the twelfth grade and at least one year of experience with grounds and gardening maintenance.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Class C California driver's license.

A COMPLETE APPLICATION MUST MEET THE CRITERIA LISTED ABOVE AND MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:

1. Resume
2. Application is filled out completely (no blank spaces)
3. High School Diploma or Transcripts will be required upon hire.

The Riverside Unified School District is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. RUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity based on a person's actual or perceived characteristics.