Groundskeeper (Level I, II, or III)

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking a Groundskeeper (Level I, II, or III) to maintain campus landscaping, lawns, trees, and related grounds equipment. The role requires physical labor and safety compliance, reporting to the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position focused on outdoor work, including pest control and occasional support for Building Maintenance and MEP/HVAC tasks. A valid Texas driver’s license and experience with lawn care are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience using lawn equipment including mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and power tools.
• A valid Texas driver’s license with the ability to be insured by the college.
• Two years or more of full-time commercial grounds keeping experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds; keep grounds free of litter and debris.
• Perform minor repairs to grounds equipment and assist with irrigation maintenance.
• Assist with Building Maintenance and MEP/HVAC tasks as needed.
• Report accidents and assist with signage and furniture setup.

Skills

Lawn equipment operation

Texas driver’s license

Tools

Mowers

Weed eaters

Trimmers

Power tools

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a Labor Intensive position which requires a drug and physical exam for employment.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S915

This position is open to

This position is open to Open to All Applicants

Job Title

Job Title Groundskeeper (Level I, II, or III)

Department

Department Physical Facilities

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Full-Time-Staff

Open Date

Open Date 06/18/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

This position reports to the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor. The purpose of this position is to perform maintenance of Del Mar College property landscaping and grounds, minor repair to grounds equipment, and other tasks to maintain a safe and attractive environment. This is accomplished by maintaining lawns, trees, landscaping, and keeping grounds clear of trash and debris. Other duties include sweeping, emptying trash containers, hauling debris to land fill, insect and pest control. On days where daily ground work tasks cannot be performed, Groundskeeper will assist with other Physical Facilities maintenance services such as Building Maintenance and MEP / HVAC , or other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and experience using lawn equipment to include mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and power tools.
A valid Texas driver’s license with the ability to be insured by the college.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Must have knowledge/experience with commercial grounds keeping.
Experience must include lawn care, with knowledge of the care and maintenance of trees, shrubs and ornamental plants.
Ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years or more of full-time commercial grounds keeping experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Maintains and keeps the campus free of litter and debris; cleans debris from culverts and area drains; sweeps sidewalks, streets and around trash containers.
Maintain lawns by mowing, edging, watering seeding, fertilizing, raking and disposing of grass clippings, inspecting and spraying for disease and pests.
Maintain trees and palms by planting, pruning, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, spraying, and removing dead branches or palm leaves, raking and disposing of leaves, inspecting and spraying for disease and pests.
Maintain flowerbeds, shrubs and hedges by planting, trimming, pruning, watering, mulching, fertilizing, spraying pulling weeds and removing debris which accumulates in and ubderneath shrubs/hedges. Prepare flowerbeds for planting and growing annuals.

Job Duty

Maintain sidewalks and parking lots by making minor repairs using hot and cold asphalt or concrete patch.
Maintain grounds keeping equipment by making minor repairs and repporting equipment failures.
Work independently without close supervision
or work well in a team environment as directed by Grounds Supervisor.
Under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor, apply herbicides, insecticides, dormant oil, fungicides and matricides to control weeds, insects and disease on plant life. Use hydraulic sprayer as needed.
Under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor, assist with the installation and maintenance of lawn irrigation systems.

Job Duty

Properly report on-the-job accidents by preparing and submiting required accident report before the end of the day in which the accident occurred.
Assist in preparing set-ups or moving furniture for academic spaces as directed by Grounds Supervisor or Associate Director of Building Maintenance.
Assist with hanging signs, banners or other types of advertisement used by the college.
All tasks performed by Grounds Workers are on a seasonal basis. On days where daily grounds work tasks cannot be performed, Groundskeeper will assist other Physical Facilities maintennace services such as Building Maintenance and MEP / HVAC , or other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid Texas Driver License with the ability to be insurable by Del Mar College?
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * Do you have knowledge and experience using lawn equipment to include mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and power tools?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Certification(s)

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.