Housing Groundsworker

Opt For Healthy Living; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living in Sacramento is seeking a Groundsworker to join our facilities team. Under lead supervision, you will perform general gardening maintenance across campus grounds and support event setup and cleanup, helping keep grounds healthy, attractive, and safe.

This is a full-time, on-site role with a Monday–Friday schedule. A valid California driver\'s license and one year of grounds maintenance experience are preferred; overtime may apply for non-exempt positions.

Qualifications

• One year of landscaping or grounds maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of pruning and shrub/tree trimming.
• Ability to operate gardening equipment.
• Possession of a valid California driver\'s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general gardening maintenance across campus grounds.
• Assist with event support including preparation and clean-up.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Pruning techniques

Safety practices

Equipment maintenance

Driver's license

Tools

Mowers

Power edgers

Vacuums

String trimmers

Chain saws

Blowers

Job description

Job no: 561473
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Classification Title: Groundsworker

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, September 15, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under lead work direction of the Lead Groundsworker and general supervision of the Director of Housing, Facilities Operations and Construction and in accordance with established schedules or periodic instructions, the Groundsworker performs general gardening maintenance work in various areas of the campus, including parking lots and structures, for the purpose of preserving the campus grounds in a healthy, attractive, and safe condition. Incumbent assists with event support including preparation and clean-up.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,461 per month (Step 1) - $4,056 per month (Step 9)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,461 per month (Step 1) -$4,752 per month (Step 17)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM with the ability to work irregular work shifts, including weekends and holidays. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Facilities Management is the steward for the University buildings, infrastructure, grounds and landscape. We perform maintenance and renovation to facilities; plan and manage new building construction; support the Redefine the Possible initiative through our commitment to building a welcoming campus and by creating a dynamic physical environment for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Facilities Management takes pride in being the stewards of Sacramento State Campus capital assets and invites you to join the dynamic team! For more information:https://www.csus.edu/student-life/housing/

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of general gardening and grounds maintenance methods. General knowledge of proper methods of planting, cultivating, and caring for hedges, ornamental trees, shrubs, lawns, and flowers, and the use and care of gardening materials, tools, and equipment.

Abilities:

Ability to recognize the more common species of ornamental shrubs, trees and flowers grown in California; perform strenuous physical work as described in this classification; utilize mechanical aptitude and motor coordination; learn to skillfully operate small trucks and power-driven grounds equipment; read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; and follow simple oral and written instructions.

Experience:

One year of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or in general grounds maintenance work, or in related manual labor.

License:

Some positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license.

RequiredQualifications

Experience:

• Experience with general landscape maintenance, planting, cultivating, and fertilizing.
• Experience maintaining and repairing sprinklers.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of proper pruning and shrub/tree trimming techniques.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety practices.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform general maintenance on gardening equipment (e.g. mowers, power edgers, vacuums, string trimmers, chain saws, blowers, etc.).
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete landscape maintenance assignments while meeting quality and productivity expectations.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, with a commitment to quality workmanship, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse environment.
• Ability to assist with athletic and special event set-up and clean up.
• Ability to assist qualified personnel with gardening related duties.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Licenses:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a good driving record.

Work Schedule Requirements:

• Ability to work weekends, early work shifts, and/or other changes in work schedule.

Condition of Employment:

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

PreferredQualifications

• Experience in swimming pool maintenance.
• Ability to perform light irrigation repair work.
• General knowledge of plant materials utilized in the landscape field and that are appropriate to this climate zone.
• General understanding of turf care, including fertilizer and soil amendment applications.

Documents Needed to Apply (2)

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Applicants will be prompted to respond to the following supplemental question as part of the application form:

• Will you be able to provide a validdrivers license and maintenance of good drivers record?

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.

“As California's capital university, Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead, serve, and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and a Black Serving Institution, and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.”

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affmirative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [e-mail] .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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Advertised: Sep 01 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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