Temporary Groundskeeper

UCI group; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a Temporary Groundskeeper to maintain exterior landscapes, irrigation systems, and field areas on campus. The role requires safe operation of grounds equipment and the ability to work independently or in teams.

This temporary employment position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with comprehensive benefits for temporary staff, including paid vacation and sick leave. The pay rate listed is $26.64 per hour, with additional employer-provided benefits as described in the policy

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Knowledge and skill to operate commonly used grounds equipment and tools in a safe manner.
• Experience in operating trenchers, tractors, rototillers and other commonly used pieces of power-driven grounds equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to install and maintain irrigation equipment.
• Ability to effectively work independently or in teams.
• Knowledge of the proper procedures for safely handling and applying toxic materials such as fertilizers and pesticides.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform maintenance of exterior landscapes, including gardening, planting, tree care, and playing-field upkeep.
• Manage erosion control, pest management, and exterior fire-prevention projects.
• Repair and maintain irrigation systems and grounds-maintenance equipment.

Skills

English literacy

Equipment operation

Grounds equipment operation

Irrigation systems

Independent/team work

Pesticide safety

Tools

Trenchers

Tractors

Rototillers

Irrigation equipment

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

Responsibilities

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and perform maintenance of exterior landscapes, including gardening, planting, tree care, and playing-field upkeep.
• Manage erosion control, pest management, and exterior fire-prevention projects.
• Repair and maintain irrigation systems and grounds-maintenance equipment.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Knowledge and skill to operate commonly used grounds equipment and tools in a safe manner.
• Experience in operating trenchers, tractors, rototillers and other commonly used pieces of power-driven grounds equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to install and maintain irrigation equipment.
• Ability to effectively work independently or in teams.
• Knowledge of the proper procedures for safely handling and applying toxic materials such as fertilizers and pesticides.

Preferred

• Experience working outdoors in various environments.
• Possession at time of hire and maintaining a valid California Class C driver's license and a safe driving record.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about ourcompensation practicesandbenefits.

Pay Rate: $26.64/hr

Conditions of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT

This is a temporary employment recruitment reporting to the UCI Temporary Employment Services (TES) Department. Interviewing and hiring is based on internal hiring needs and how well the candidate's experience matches the assignment requirements. Certain temporary assignments may require clearance of a health physical or require a valid California Driver's License for driving university vehicles.

The majority of our temporary positions are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. We also have occasional part-time, weekend, and evening hours available, depending on the assignment. Comprehensive benefits options are also available for temporary employees, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Please note that we recruit for this position on an on-going basis to build a talent pool of potential candidates. When a position becomes available, we will review applicants at that time. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in employment with UCI Temporary Employment Services.

PARKING INFORMATION

All visitors, staff, and students are required to purchase parking permits to park on UCI property. If you plan to commute to work via your personal vehicle, I encourage you to review the parking requirements of your work location and parking rates on the UC Irvine Parking and Transportation website.

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].