Lead Groundskeeper - Grounds & Irrigation Specialist

Community College Career Connect; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District is seeking a Head Groundskeeper to oversee a grounds crew and perform extensive lawn care, irrigation maintenance, and landscaping tasks on campus facilities.

The role requires a minimum of three years in groundskeeping, including leadership experience, with special requirements such as a valid California driver’s license, QAC, forklift certification, and medical evaluation. The position is based at campuses within the district.

Qualifications

• Three years of groundskeeping experience, including one year in a lead capacity.
• Promotional: Two years of Groundskeeper experience within the Los Rios Community College District.
• Equity-minded focus and fostering an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grounds maintenance and lead crew in lawn care, irrigation, and landscape tasks.
• Inspect and plan areas, assign duties, and ensure safe work practices.
• Operate and service equipment such as mowers, tractors, and forklifts (certification may be required).

Skills

Leadership

Groundskeeping

Irrigation systems

Equipment operation

Job description

Los Rios Community College District is seeking a Head Groundskeeper to oversee a grounds crew and perform extensive lawn care, irrigation maintenance, and landscaping tasks on campus facilities.

The role requires a minimum of three years in groundskeeping, including leadership experience, with special requirements such as a valid California driver’s license, QAC, forklift certification, and medical evaluation. The position is based at campuses within the district.