Substitute Grounds Maintenance Technician - Facilities Planning, Maintenance and Transportation...

Yosemite Community College District; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 32,139; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in California seeks a Substitute Grounds Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of grounds maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, and operating heavy-duty grounds equipment. Candidates must have at least two years of experience and hold a High School diploma or GED. The position is part-time, and hours vary, potentially including weekends and evenings. No benefits are provided, and applicants are expected to adhere to safety standards while maintaining landscaping.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of experience in grounds maintenance.
• Familiarity with horticultural maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform various grounds maintenance duties.
• Operate mowing and irrigation equipment.
• Maintain safety standards during work.

Skills

Operation of grounds maintenance equipment

Heavy manual labor

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy-duty grounds maintenance equipment

Irrigation systems

Job description

Job Title

Substitute Grounds Maintenance Technician - Facilities Planning, Maintenance and Transportation - Central Services / Modesto Junior College

Site

Yosemite Community College District / Central Services

Salary Range

Range 25 – $23.33 per hour (2024‑2024 Classified Salary Schedule)

Substitute Short‑Term Grounds Maintenance Technician may be called on short notice (same day) to fill in any shifts at any YCCD work‑site, including MJC‑East and MJC‑West.

Monday – Friday: 5:00 am – 1:30 pm. Up to 12 months per year (may include some weekends and evenings).

Appointments are hired at the first step of the range. The second step is paid after the first year of satisfactory service with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum sixth step.

Benefits

This work assignment is not eligible for District benefits. Workers’ Compensation is a covered benefit.

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs a wide range of grounds maintenance and related duties including mowing, sweeping, trenching, planting, weeding, irrigating, and pruning; installs and maintains irrigation systems; applies herbicides and pesticides; operates a variety of light and heavy‑duty grounds maintenance equipment; and performs related work as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the full working‑level class of the Grounds Maintenance Series within the Yosemite Community College District (YCCD). Incumbents in this class perform journey‑level grounds maintenance, gardening and related duties to ensure that landscaped and naturalized areas are both attractive and functional.

Supervision Received and Exercised: Incumbents in this class work under the general supervision of a manager, working alone on routine or regular work assignments and checking with the supervisor on non‑routine assignments or when in doubt. Incumbents do not directly or indirectly lead or supervise other full‑time employees.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Knowledge of

• Operation, use, and maintenance of light and heavy grounds maintenance equipment.
• Methods, procedures, materials, and tools commonly utilized in grounds maintenance and gardening work.
• Sprinkling and irrigation systems.
• Operations, services and activities of a ground’s maintenance program.
• Principles and practices of horticultural maintenance and turf management.
• Operational characteristics of grounds maintenance equipment and tools.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to

• Skillfully and safely operate and maintain large grounds equipment and use a variety of grounds maintenance and gardening tools.
• Perform heavy manual work functions pertaining to grounds maintenance, equipment operation, and gardening work.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform a variety of grounds maintenance work.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education, experience and/or training that would likely provide the above‑required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

• Education: Possession of a High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: Two years performing grounds maintenance duties that required the operation of large grounds equipment, tree trimming and repair, and the repair/maintenance of irrigation systems.

Special Requirements

• None

Examples of Duties

• Performs a variety of grounds keeping and maintenance duties involving a wide range of campus facilities.
• Mows large fields; edges and trims grass areas as needed; applies fertilizers and herbicides; refurbishes damaged areas.
• Assists Athletics with athletic field painting and heavy set‑ups.
• Smoothes and levels athletic fields and running tracks.
• Sweeps or blows off large areas of asphalt and concrete; picks up trash and litter.
• Weeds and maintains planter beds and borders; fills, levels, fertilizes and otherwise prepares areas for planting; spreads bark and/or other surface treatments.
• Plants a variety of items including annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees.
• Trims and prunes trees and shrubs using hand tools and specialized high‑lift equipment as needed; assists with difficult tree and other plant removal as needed.
• Establishes and maintains sprinkler and irrigation schedules; monitors landscaping for irrigation issues and troubleshoots/resolves problems.
• Digs trenches for irrigation systems, gas lines, electrical lines and other purposes; back‑fills trenches after lines are laid.
• Installs and maintains sprinkler and other irrigation systems; maintains backflow valves and other safety equipment.
• Assists in preparing areas for concrete pours; sets forms and places reinforcement materials; finishes concrete to a smooth or broom finish.
• Applies herbicide and pesticide sprays for weed and insect control.
• Operates a variety of power grounds‑keeping equipment including large gang mowers, tractors, backhoe equipment and sweepers.
• Operates small manual and power tools; performs preventive and basic maintenance, making minor repairs and adjustments as needed.
• Maintains basic records; monitors supply and equipment inventories and recommends purchases.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certificates

• A valid license to drive in California is required.

Physical and Mental Standards

• Mobility: full range of motion in upper and lower extremities; ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps; walk or stand for extended periods.
• Dexterity: manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools, and handle and work with various materials and objects.
• Lifting: frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift objects up to 75 pounds.
• Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to perform gardening tasks and read labels and documents; ability to adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent contact with others including some public contact.

Typical Working Conditions

• Work is generally performed in an outdoor field environment.
• Duties may require exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, and inclement weather conditions.

Additional Applicant Information

Applications are accepted online only at
https://www.yosemite.edu/recruitment/employmentopportunities/

Classified: This is a classified bargaining unit position.

Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee which will select candidates to be interviewed. Those applicants selected for personal interview will be notified by email or phone. In accordance with board policy, official offers of employment will be made only by the Chancellor or Vice Chancellor/Human Resources, YCCD. Final appointment is subject to confirmation by the Board of Trustees.

Federal law requires the District employ only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.

Background Check: A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. Employment will not begin until the history check has been cleared by Human Resources. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

The District may hire more than one applicant from this applicant pool.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Yosemite Community College District (Modesto Junior College and Columbia College) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at:
https://www.yosemite.edu/trustees/board_policy/3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf

Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms "as defined in" the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.

In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504/Title II policies:

District Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Yosemite Community College District
2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA 95358
[phone]

Open Date

08/01/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes