Landscape Technician – Irrigation & Brush Management

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 43,952 - 57,963; Full time

Job summary

A leading university health facility in San Diego is seeking a Landscape Technician to maintain and manage the university’s landscaped areas. The role involves performing various landscape maintenance duties, including irrigation system maintenance and the operation of landscape equipment. Candidates should have experience in landscape maintenance, particularly with Southern California plant material. This position offers a career appointment, with an annual salary range of approximately $43,952 to $57,963.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant work experience as a Landscape Technician or Groundskeeper.
• Experience with Southern California plant material and understanding of cultural requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair irrigation systems; create irrigation schedules.
• Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with University guidelines.

Skills

Landscape maintenance experience

Knowledge of methods, tools, materials

Communication skills

Flexibility to adapt

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Relevant work experience or education in landscaping

Tools

Irrigation equipment

Landscape maintenance machinery

Computer systems (Microsoft Office, Maximo)

Job description

A leading university health facility in San Diego is seeking a Landscape Technician to maintain and manage the university’s landscaped areas. The role involves performing various landscape maintenance duties, including irrigation system maintenance and the operation of landscape equipment. Candidates should have experience in landscape maintenance, particularly with Southern California plant material. This position offers a career appointment, with an annual salary range of approximately $43,952 to $57,963.