Groundskeeper I

Clovis Community College - Clovis, NM; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Clovis Community College in New Mexico is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to support landscaping, irrigation, and general outdoor upkeep. The role covers mowing, edging, equipment maintenance, and minor repairs to sprinkler systems.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining irrigation, reading blueprints, and ensuring safe, reliable outdoor operations while meeting campus needs and schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in maintenance and repair of Rainbird, or similar, sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge on mowing/ landscaping using industrial equipment.
• Candidate must be able to pass a hands-on assessment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operating of equipment such as: Lawn mowers, spreaders, aerators, bobcat, tractors, etc.
• Mow grass and edge sidewalks and around trees and shrubs.
• Keep sidewalks and parking lot free of debris and empty the parking lot trash cans.
• Plant and trim trees, bushes and flowers. Fertilize grass, trees and shrubs. Shred grass and weeds in fields. Remove dead trees, shrubs and flowers. Clean beds and rock gardens of debris and weeds.
• Assist with irrigation monitoring, inspection, installation, and repairs as needed.
• Repair, replace and remove automatic and manual valves, sprinkler heads, PVC pipe, drip systems, vacuum breakers, and sprinkler head components.
• Repair and replace equipment, oil filters, blades, air filters and miscellaneous parts on lawn equipment and tractors.
• Remove snow and apply ice melt.
• Read landscaping and irrigation blueprints.
• Replace road signs.
• Ability to work independently and in coordination with others.
• Perform repetitive task on a day-to-day basis.
• Complete assigned work orders as directed.
• Attendance -- Regular and Reliable Attendance.
• Ability to carry out the mission and vision of the campus.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Irrigation knowledge

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Rain Bird sprinkler systems

Industrial equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Under general supervision, perform grounds maintenance functions including water, raking, and mowing. Assist with landscaping, repair and maintenance of small equipment, sprinkler, and water lines.

Compensation

15.62

Compensation Type

Hourly

Employment Type

NE01

Department

Building and Facilities

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operating of equipment such as: Lawn mowers, spreaders, aerators, bobcat, tractors, etc.
• Mow grass and edge sidewalks and around trees and shrubs.
• Keep sidewalks and parking lot free of debris and empty the parking lot trash cans.
• Plant and trim trees, bushes and flowers. Fertilize grass, trees and shrubs. Shred grass and weeds in fields. Remove dead trees, shrubs and flowers. Clean beds and rock gardens of debris and weeds.
• Assist with irrigation monitoring, inspection, installation, and repairs as needed.
• Repair, replace and remove automatic and manual valves, sprinkler heads, PVC pipe, drip systems, vacuum breakers, and sprinkler head components.
• Repair and replace equipment, oil filters, blades, air filters and miscellaneous parts on lawn equipment and tractors.
• Remove snow and apply ice melt.
• Read landscaping and irrigation blueprints.
• Replace road signs.
• Ability to work independently and in coordination with others.
• Perform repetitive task on a day-to-day basis.
• Complete assigned work orders as directed.
• Attendance -- Regular and Reliable Attendance.
• Ability to carry out the mission and vision of the campus.

Physical Requirements

Position requires frequent to continuous standing, kneeling, climbing, and moving in the shop and the campus. Working around and with machinery having moving parts. Exposure to chemicals used in the control of pests and weed control. Loud noises from equipment operation. Occasional pushing and pulling of up to 100 lbs. Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Schedule Details

Must be available to work 40 hrs. per week with normal work hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include but are not limited to:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in maintenance and repair of Rainbird, or similar, sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge on mowing/ landscaping using industrial equipment.
• Candidate must be able to pass a hands-on assessment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma and two years’ experience in grounds maintenance or landscape construction is preferred.

Eeo Statement

As an EEO employer, Clovis Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Clovis Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.