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Description: Working Title Lead Groundsworker SF State University San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Department Facilities Services - Grounds Housing Appointment Type Probationary Time Base Full-Time (1.0) Work Schedule Monday through Friday; 6:00am - 2:30pm Anticipated Hiring Range $4,000 per month ($48,000.00 Annually) Salary is commensurate with experience. Position Summary Under the direction of the Grounds Operations Manager, the Lead Groundsworker provides working supervision to grounds staff for the performance of general gardening, grounds maintenance, utility services and landscape installation for the Housing facilities. Performs general gardening, grounds maintenance and utility services for Housing facilities. Position Information Plans and schedules work activities; prioritizes and reviews work assignments; provide advice and assistant to other employee in the resolution of technical/operational questions and problems; trains other employees; and provides input on matters relating to employee’s selection and work performance. Waters, fertilizes, and sprays plants and soil to provide nutrition, water or pest control using buckets, hoses, fertilizer bags and hand and push spreaders, backpack, and hand and power tank sprayers. Prepares and treats soil, spreads mulch, rakes leaves, hoes weeds and plants gardens or lawns to maintain attractive, healthy gardens using hands or long and short handled digging, debris removal, and cultivating tools, wheelbarrows and power cultivation and earth moving equipment. Plants are in containers from 4" to 48" in diameter. Inspect plants, identifies common pests and coordinates pest control work in area. Plans the development and maintenance of special planting areas or ornamental gardens and estimates costs of plants and other landscape materials to establish and maintain attractive gardens. Observes daily and seasonal variability of weather and temperature patterns to plan and complete horticultural, irrigation and pest control activities for maximum effectiveness, using available weather sources, written reference material and knowledge and experience. Keeps records and maintains report to document estimates and actual costs for time and materials to summarize and analyze the cost of work activities. Monitors on-line sprinkler scheduling through the Online CalSense central control module. Digs, moves materials and works in trenches and holes to maintain, install, and perform repairs of sprinkler lines and heads to keep underground irrigation systems working properly using long and short handled or digging tools and hand tools such as pipe cutters and wrenches. Inspect services and maintains controllers and underground wiring to ensure proper functioning of irrigation systems using a wide variety of hand tools such as screwdrivers, wire strippers pliers and electrical testing devices. Prunes trims and stakes trees, hedges and shrubs and removes trimmings and other debris using short and long handled pruners, ladders, hand and power saws, hedge trimmers, debris removal tools and hands. Collects and loads debris into tarps and containers or trucks up to 72" above ground level. Transports drives and operates wood chipper. Orders, receives and stores supplies necessary to complete job activities using a computer, forms, pen or pencil, telephone and other office equipment. Maintains hoses, sprinklers and related tools and equipment to ensure proper working order using hands and hand tools. Operates and maintains power equipment to achieve efficiency using power mowers, sweepers, edging machines, trimmers, chain saws, sprayers, spreaders, rot tillers and blowers and other gardening power equipment. Maintenance activities include cleaning, lubricating and adjusting equipment, sharpening blades and replacing damaged or worn parts external to engine block and carburetor. Installs and maintains paving, drains, benches, fences, retaining walls and similar structures to maintain integrity and function of the structure, furniture, fences, and retaining walls using lumber, asphalt, concrete, concrete blocks, granular materials and long or short handled digging and debris removal, masonry, leverage and fabrication tools and power cutting, excavation, fabrication, demolition or compaction equipment. Prepares infields and lines athletic fields to meet requirements of sporting events using hand and power tools and equipment and paint, powdered limestone, long handled grading tools, tractor or truck and drag mat. Aerifies lawns to maintain health and attractiveness of grass using flags to guide work with self- propelled and tractor mounted aerating equipment. Applies pesticides and fertilizers as necessary using sprayer attachments for tractor. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, and tools and equipment used in planting, cultivating, and caring for flowers, shrubs, lawns, and trees. General knowledge of common plant diseases, pests, and weeds; approved methods and materials used in their control and eradication, horticultural methods and materials; and planting and growing requirements of plants commonly grown in California. Abilities: Ability to lay out, coordinate, and oversee the work of others; provide training, interpret policies and explain methods and procedures; inspect and evaluate the work of others; read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; and perform general gardening and grounds maintenance work. Experience: Two years of experience in planting, cultivating and maintaining flowers and shrubs, or in general grounds maintenance work. Preferred Qualifications College level education and supervisory experience preferred. Spanish language fluency preferred. Required License/Certification California Driver’s License, Class C; and Class B may be required if regularly assigned to tree trimming work. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. Environmental/Physical/Special Expectations Regarding Working Relationships and Conditions A. Completes job tasks, related support tasks such as cleaning the shop, and emergency response assignments according to the priority in which they are assigned, understanding that specific duties can vary widely from task to task and day to day. B. Coordinates work activities with other department trades and offices to achieve cooperative and effective work relationships and schedules. C. Wears distinctive work clothing, protective clothing and shoes and utilizes other safety equipment and devices to clearly identify campus employees to the public and to provide protection of employees and those around them. D. Communicates with supervisor and colleagues in person and by radio to receive work assignments, communicate circumstances from remote sites and clarify work schedules, assignments, accomplishments, and any obstacles or opportunities encountered, and time and materials used, using voice, written records, and portable radios. E. Works at the Tiburon campus and at other off-site locations, when requested. Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. Eligibility to Work Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire. Benefits Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee. Employment Requirement CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process are encouraged to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only) Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference. Additional Information SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS). Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations. The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872. Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

THE POSITION The PMW III (Community Garden Coordinator) will lead a two person team in the day-to-day operation of the City's twenty-one Community Gardens. The incumbent will act as the primary interface between participating residents and the Department providing guidance in proper gardening techniques, compliance with the Community Garden's rules and polices, collection and recording of Community Garden participation fees and required volunteer participation. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will possess a Master Garden Certificate or have five or more years of direct hands-on experience in gardening (but not required). The ideal candidate will have experience in organizing and supervising volunteers, and community outreach. The ideal candidate will also possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Under limited direction, oversees and performs care, maintenance and construction work of community gardens and specialized park and recreation areas. Maintains and propagates various plants and planted areas; and, cultivates soil, constructs horticultural features, controls pest and identifies plant disease. Plans, trains, and directs the work of crew members and volunteers. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Park Maintenance Worker III is distinguished from the Park Maintenance Worker II by the level and scope of responsibility over employees and specialized assignments. The Park Maintenance Worker II is the lead worker class in the series requiring greater skill and independence than lower level classes in the series. Depending on the assigned area the Park Maintenance Worker III has oversight of various community activities related to the community gardens and specialized park and recreation areas; or, special city-wide park maintenance projects. This classification is responsible for supervising and directing the work of crew members and volunteers in their assigned area. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is received from a Parks Supervisor or higher-level classifications. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Makes specific work assignments to crew members or volunteers and checks work progress periodically to see that schedules are followed and work is completed. Gives written and verbal instructions to crew or volunteers regarding procedure to be followed. Conducts periodic staff meetings. Conducts educational tours and facilitates safety meetings and training workshops for community and/or specialized gardens. Makes recommendations on disciplinary problems among the crew members, and trains crew members in park maintenance techniques. Develops cost analysis for garden and special projects. Prepares and maintains written records and reports. Keeps records of work completed, materials used, and project timelines. May assist supervisor with plan maintenance operations and schedule various park maintenance activities. Assists in installation and minor repair of sprinkler systems in City park and recreation areas and community and specialized gardens. Leads and works with a crew or volunteers to build and inspect construction projects such as the repairs of park benches, tables, fences, signs, garden plots and related structures. Operates and maintains small power equipment and machinery including chain saws, rototillers, lawnmowers, aerators, hedgers, spreaders, and other equipment. Plants, trims, prunes, transplants, and cares for and maintains ornamental shrubs, plants, flowers, hedges, and other shrubbery. Weeds, cultivates plants, fertilizes, and irrigates lawns, vegetable gardens and flower beds. Diagnose and treat plant problems. Mows, aerates, and edges lawn areas using power and hand tools. Rakes, sweeps and vacuums leaves, lawn clippings, etc., using power blower and hand tools. Cleans and maintains public facilities in City park and recreation areas. Works as a member of the City pest control crew spraying various pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other related chemicals in City park and recreation areas. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles of supervision. Operational knowledge of programming irrigation controllers. Common practices, methods, and materials used in park maintenance and construction work. Operation and maintenance requirements of various park maintenance equipment, tools and machinery. Procedures and practices used in controlling or eradicating plant and insect diseases. Safety procedures involving fungicides, pesticides, herbicides, and related chemicals used in park maintenance. Proper methods of planting, transplanting, trimming, cultivating, and pruning various types of plant life. Ability to: Plan and supervise the work of lower-level park maintenance staff or volunteers. Develops and recommends maintenance policies and procedures for specialized gardens and related programs. Work with a diverse population from various social-economic backgrounds. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other city employees and the general public. Conduct safety and training meetings for community members and lower-level staff members. Operate modern office equipment. Effective oral and written communication. Create and interpret schematics and interpret plan reviews. Operate various park maintenance machinery and equipment including light trucks. Work independently while performing semi-skilled and skilled grounds maintenance and repair work. Recognize common plant diseases and insect pests. Adjust and understand the operation of irrigation controllers. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Five years of experience in one or any combination of the following: Park Maintenance Worker II, horticulture, volunteer management, arboriculture, landscape architecture, parks management, irrigation programming and repairs, or related field. Substitution: Completion of courses from an accredited college or university in horticulture, arboriculture, forestry, landscape architecture, turf management, parks management, volunteer management, irrigation programming and repairs, or related field may substitute for experience. A year of experience is 30 semester or equivalent quarter units. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Certifications: Possession of a valid California Pesticide applicator's certificate at the time of appointment is desirable. Certified Grounds Technician, Grounds Manager, or completion of the School of Grounds Management from the Professional Grounds Management Society, or related Landscape Certification is desirable. Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at time of appointment and is a condition of continued employment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Possession of a valid California Class A Driver License and/or California Class B Driver License with Passenger Vehicle and/or Hazardous Materials endorsements are mandatory for some assignments. Working conditions : Work in inclement weather conditions. Physical conditions: Perform heavy manual labor duties. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment test for some assignments. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application . Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline . Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2.Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 4. Performance Test: (Weighted 100%) - Qualified candidates will be notified by email of the test date, time, and location approximately one to two weeks prior to the test. The performance test will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. The performance exam will be administered in English only. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken the Park Maintenance Worker III exam within the past year of the final filing date of this posting, you may be considered exempt from taking the Park Maintenance Worker III Exam. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. 5. Eligibility - Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on an eligible list. The hiring department may contact those on the eligible list for an interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Park Maintenance Worker III examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Park Maintenance Worker III classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective one year from the date of passing the examination for the Park Maintenance Worker III . If you are hired from the eligible list you will no longer have active status on the eligible list per Civil Service Board Rule , 5.7( i ). Applicants interested in maintaining their eligibility will need to take and pass the exam after their hire date. 6. Conditional Hire : Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan fingerprinting ; review by Human Resources, a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/hr-documents-resources ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 12/10/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Substitute/Temporary Pool - Grounds Maintenance Technician (Nevada County Campus) Salary: $24.05 Hourly Job Type: Temporary Job Number: 60 Closing: Continuous Location: Grass Valley, CA Division: Administrative Services Description Sierra College is requesting TEMPORARY APPLICATIONS be submitted for a short term/temporary Student Services Technician pool for all Campuses. When a position becomes available, the Supervisor will pull applications from the pool and schedule interviews from there. Applications submitted to this pool will be kept on file for one year. These positions will be part time or full time depending on need but will last no more than 175 days. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled work in the preparation and maintenance of grounds and athletic fields; installs, maintains, and repairs sprinkler irrigation systems; constructs special landscaping or public use areas. Need Help With Your Online Account? Use the online Help Guide or contact the NEOGOV Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 if you need assistance with your online applicant account. Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Examples Of Functions and Tasks REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES - The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Selects, plants, prunes, and trims trees, ornamental plants, shrubs, and ground covers to accomplish landscaping objectives. Serves as a resource on landscape and horticultural matters; may plan, draw, and prepare land changes to conform to desired landscaping goals. Removes weeds; removes trash and debris from walkways, roadways, and other areas; mows, grooms, and replants lawn areas; fertilizes turf and various landscaped areas; maintains in-ground drains and culverts. Stakes, prunes, thins, and transplants turf, trees, ornamental plants, shrubs, ground covers, annuals, and bulbs; levels, cuts, fills, trenches, and excavates grounds with tractors and other rolling stock. Applies fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to areas; places postings where pesticides are being applied; disposes of product containers per instructions and applicable environmental regulations; applies biological/organic controls for pests and weeds; sets calibration on tank sprayers, drop spreaders, and wheel driven spreaders. Maintains athletic fields, areas, surfaces, and outdoor classrooms in a safe and usable condition; mows, grooms, contours, paints, and lines athletic and public use play fields to comply with required dimensions. Monitors and diagnoses weed, disease, and pest problems in athletic fields, taking appropriate measures to mitigate or eliminate problems; maintains current knowledge of safe pesticide/herbicide application. Interacts and coordinates with Physical Education and Athletics Division faculty members regarding classroom setup and maintenance in District athletic fields/areas; constructs, sets up, takes down, maintains, and repairs athletic activity courses, tracks, ranges, fields, and other equipment. Sets up signs, scoreboards, goals, clocks, benches, trash cans, public address systems, and bleachers for athletic or other events. Operates specialized and demanding machinery to dig, excavate, contour, and construct special land uses such as athletic fields and pedestrian parks. Operates combination front loader/back hoe, trenchers, dump trucks, and equivalent machinery; inspects machinery before use to ensure proper servicing and safe operating condition. Operates other demanding equipment such as jackhammers, compressors, and an array of common power tools. Operates snow removal equipment to remove snow on roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots as necessary. Installs, repairs, and replaces landscape irrigation systems following and interpreting blueprints, sketches, or verbal instructions; designs and prepares plans for irrigation systems and makes necessary changes to blueprints for irrigation system design compliance and to locate shutoff valves, irrigation valves, and physical layouts. Installs, adjusts, maintains, and repairs electronic timers; installs, inspects, and performs major repairs to electronic and hydraulic valves and controllers; replaces and repairs a wide variety of sprinkler heads and lines by removing, disassembling, and replacing worn or broken parts. Drains, flushes, cleans, and repairs water storage reservoirs and irrigation boxes from water sources on a periodic basis; performs maintenance on fire hydrants; assists with the installation of new water lines. Performs scheduled operational checks, preventative maintenance, and routine servicing of grounds keeping equipment, including hand and power tools, mechanical devices, and engines and bodies of rolling stock. Inspects and diagnoses equipment malfunctions and performs minor to complex repairs to equipment including internal and external components on two and four-cycle gasoline and diesel engines. Repairs and rebuilds small engines, fuel and cooling systems, electrical components, running gears, and suspensions. Keeps District roadways and parking lots free of litter and debris; coordinates with appropriate staff regarding purchase of asphalt, paint, signs, sign poles, concrete and asphalt patch; stripes/paints parking lots, roadways, and curbs; installs, replaces, repairs, and/or relocates traffic control signs and posts, concrete bumpers, and roadway control exit barriers; keeps tree branches from obstructing view of traffic and signs; removes graffiti; coordinates with appropriate staff regarding cleanup of hazardous materials; sets up traffic cones and barricades. Coordinates with various organizational units and external groups for event support and logistics. Maintains adequate inventories of ground maintenance tools, parts, and equipment; maintains records of purchases; maintains work order records and various logs, including equipment logs, supply logs, and maintenance logs. Maintains current Material Safety Data Sheets for potentially hazardous materials. Trains and provides work direction to assigned student workers and temporary help as assigned including the proper use of specialized and heavy equipment. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Experience: Two years of experience in grounds maintenance. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver's license. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Hazardous Materials Awareness Training Card. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Asbestos Awareness Training Certificate. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Program Certificate. QUALIFICATIONS - The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties. Knowledge of: Turf management and maintenance practices and techniques. Sprinkler and irrigation system design, installation, and operation. Repair and maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment. Methods of planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, trees, and lawns. Techniques for roadway and sidewalk repair and upkeep. Landscape blueprints and specifications. Proper and safe application of fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides. Methods for preparation of athletic fields. Plant diseases and pests and their biological and chemical controls. Record keeping techniques. Operation, repair, and maintenance of pumps and motors used in irrigation systems. Operation, repair, and maintenance of engines and motors used in grounds keeping power equipment and rolling stock. Basic MIG, arc, and acetylene/oxygen welding techniques. Safe lifting techniques. Techniques for safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Basic supervisory techniques. Ability to: Plant, cultivate, prune, and care for plants, trees, and lawns. Use herbicides and pesticides safely and effectively. Perform roadway and sidewalk repairs, including mixing and pouring concrete, asphalt, etc. Manage and maintain lawns and athletic fields. Accurately identify turf and other plant diseases and pests and take steps to mitigate or eradicate. Design, install, operate, maintain, and repair sprinkler and irrigation systems. Accurately interpret blueprints and specifications. Prepare athletic fields for events. Maintain accurate records. Repair pumps and motors used in irrigation systems and gasoline engines used in lawn mowers and other power equipment, safely apply pesticides and herbicides. Skillfully and safely operate grounds maintenance power equipment and hand tools. Supervise student and/or other temporary help. Work independently and collaboratively. Follow oral and written directions. Read and write sufficiently to perform the duties of the classification. Learn grounds maintenance methods and procedures. Learn District policies and procedures. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT - The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Environment: Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors and gases; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces. Positions may be required to work evenings, nights, and weekends. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to perform moderately strenuous manual labor; to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized hand and power tools and equipment; operate assigned equipment; to stand and walk for extended periods of time; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Supplemental Information Sierra College is a Community College located near Sacramento, California where a heavy emphasis is placed on academic excellence and student success. Since its founding in 1936, Sierra College has focused on quality instruction and meeting the evolving needs of the students and communities that it serves. The Sierra Community College District covers more than 3,200 square miles and serves the Northern California foothill counties of Placer and Nevada, as well as parts of El Dorado and Sacramento. We serve over 16,000 students throughout the region in both on-ground and online courses, including students at our main Rocklin Campus as well as at three centers located in Grass Valley, Tahoe/Truckee, and Roseville. Our District prides itself on academic excellence. Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students and values the rich, diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. A strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups. Our District is committed to providing strategies for success and proactive student-centered practices and policies focused on eliminating equity gaps to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment focused on strategies for success and equitable outcomes for all. As an institution, Sierra College is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, learner-centered practices and policies that fully engage the college community. The ideal candidate will share the College's commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives. Currently, Sierra College enrolls 16,500 students per term, where approximately: 21% of Sierra College's students are Latino/a/x, 3% are African-American, 3% are Filipino, 6% are Asian-American, 1% are Native American, 7% are multiracial and 58% are White. The successful candidate will join a College dedicated to the use of culturally responsive strategies and methods that meet the varying needs of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding community. Sierra College demonstrates its commitment to equity by supporting ongoing professional development for students, faculty, and staff. These opportunities include trainings and workshops on equity and inclusion, SC4 (Sierra College Community, Creativity, Culture, and Collaboration Training), active Academic Senate standing committees concerned with student success and equity, a Presidential Equity Advisory Committee (PEAC), culturally responsive student engagement centers, support for our undocumented and AB540 students, campus-wide equity summits, a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our diverse students. Need Help With Your Online Account? Use the online Help Guide or contact the NEOGOV Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 if you need assistance with your online applicant account. Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: A Sierra College application, A resume Other terms and conditions of employment are specified in the applicable collective bargaining agreements on file in the District Human Resources Department. Position description of record on file in the Human Resources Department. *Sierra Community College District currently operates campuses in Rocklin, Roseville, Truckee and Grass Valley. In its management of a multi-campus environment, the District reserves right of assignment including the right to change assignment locations and shift assignments based on District need. Although this position may currently reside at the Rocklin campus, the assignment location may be subject to change as needed. Additionally, the district reserves the right to cancel, revise or re-announce this position as well as any and all positions at any time. EEO / TITLE IX EMPLOYER Sierra College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and the achievement of diversity and equity among its faculty, staff, and students. Persons with inquiries about the application of Title IX and/or EEO may contact the Director of Diversity, EEO & Title IX (Title IX Coordinator) at the address below, at (916) 660-7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu . Persons with questions regarding reasonable accommodation of physical and other disabilities should contact the Sierra College Human Resources Department at (916) 660-7105. If you have limitations hearing or speaking, the State of California offers a specially-trained Communications Assistant (CA) that can relay telephone conversations for all of your calls. Dial 711 to reach the California Relay Service (CRS). Dialing 711 is for everyone, not just those who have difficulty hearing on a standard phone. If you prefer having your calls immediately answered in your mode of communication, dial one of the toll-free modality and language-specific numbers below. The call will be routed to the CRS provider. TTY/VCO/HCO to Voice English 1-800-735-2929 Spanish 1-800-855-3000 Voice to TTY/VCO/HCO English 1-800-735-2922 Spanish 1-800-855-3000 From or to Speech-to- Speech English & Spanish 1-800-854-7784 To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sierracollege/jobs/3114494/substitute-temporary-pool-grounds-maintenance-technician-nevada-county-campus Copyright 2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-4698596d3c28d148abee669784383c3c