Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker

SAN-Juan-Colleg; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

SAN-Juan-Colleg in Farmington, NM seeks a seasonal Grounds Maintenance worker to help maintain campus grounds, landscaping, and roadway areas. Duties include mowing, edging, mulching, pruning, irrigation checks, and greenhouse tasks. The role supports events preparation and snow/ice removal as needed.

The position is non-exempt, 29 hours per week, through 01/31/2027, with compensation of $15.75 per hour. A valid driver’s license and 1–2 years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes and performs basic math.
• Valid driver’s license for equipment operation.
• 1–2 years of related grounds maintenance experience.
• Capable of working outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Weed, mulch, fertilize, spray pesticides/herbicides, mow and edge lawns.
• Rake leaves and operate mowers and string trimmers.
• Collect trash and debris from grounds.
• Participate in snow and ice removal operations.
• Maintain tools and equipment; perform greenhouse duties.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Irrigation systems

Greenhouse management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Irrigation controllers

Snow removal equipment

Job description

Compensation:$15.75 per hour, 29 hours per weekSeasonal position through 01/31/2027Compensation Type:Non-ExemptEmployment Type:Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)Grade:NE03Position SummaryThis position is responsible for participating in the maintenance of campus grounds, landscaping, and roadway areas.MAJOR DUTIESWeeds, mulches, fertilizes, sprays (pesticides/herbicides), mows and trims lawns; rakes leaves; operates mowers and string trimmers to trim and edge grounds.Collects trash and debris from grounds; loads and unloads brush, branches and rubbish.Participates in snow and ice removal operations.Maintains assigned tools and equipment.Prunes annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs.Implements landscape maintenance or renovation projects using appropriate plants and materials. .Calculates amounts and applies pesticides and herbicides.Performs greenhouse duties; plants seeds and transplants seedlings; and performs other greenhouse duties as required by the supervisor.Programs, monitors and inspects irrigation systems; repairs irrigation system as needed.Assists in preparations, all post operations and clean-up for special events.Performs related duties.KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITIONKnowledge of grounds maintenance principles and practices.Knowledge of grounds equipment operation, maintenance and repair principles.Knowledge of irrigation system operation, maintenance and repair principles.Knowledge of greenhouse management principles.Skill in the operation of grounds maintenance and snow removal equipment.Skill in decision making and problem solving.Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.Skill in oral and written communication.Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.SUPERVISORY CONTROLSThe Grounds Maintenance Supervisor assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.GUIDELINESGuidelines include equipment operation and maintenance manuals, safe work guidelines, and college policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK· The work consists of related grounds maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the position.· The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of campus grounds. Success in this position contributes to the provision of a safe and well-maintained environment for college operations.CONTACTS· Contacts are typically with co-workers, other college personnel, faculty, staff, students, contractors, vendors, and members of the general public.· Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to provide services.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT· The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell and hearing.· The work is typically performed in an office, greenhouse and outdoors, occasionally in cold, hot or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYThis position may supervise assigned student workers.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAbility to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.EEO STATEMENT: San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.