Outdoor Grounds & Landscape Technician

Sunnyvale School District; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to oversee the maintenance and beautification of grounds. This position involves various gardening tasks including planting, mowing, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a year of relevant experience in grounds maintenance or gardening. Applicants must hold a valid California driver’s license and lift up to 50 pounds. Work is conducted outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma combined with 1 year of experience in grounds maintenance or gardening work.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, with strong attention to health and safety regulations.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labor and operating a variety of grounds maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of grounds maintenance and gardening duties.
• Operate power-driven equipment and perform routine maintenance on machinery.
• Assist skilled personnel with semi-skilled tasks related to maintenance.

Skills

Grounds maintenance procedures

Operation of heavy grounds equipment

Basic record-keeping techniques

Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems

Applying specialized chemicals

Education

High school graduation and 1 year experience in grounds maintenance

Tools

Tractors

Weed eaters

Mowers

Forklifts

Job description

A local educational institution is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to oversee the maintenance and beautification of grounds. This position involves various gardening tasks including planting, mowing, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a year of relevant experience in grounds maintenance or gardening. Applicants must hold a valid California driver’s license and lift up to 50 pounds. Work is conducted outdoors in various weather conditions.