Groundskeeper

If applicable, provide the number of employees and the jobs of the staff reporting to this job.

Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform.

The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed.

Of the tasks listed , what percentage of time is devoted to each?

The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential.

Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job.

The functions should add up to 100%.

% of time

(Yes/No )

(To be completed by Supervisor)

• General landscape maintenance of ground cover, shrubbery, and vines - Prepares soil, removes and replaces plant material; Edges and trims groundcover; Prunes shrubs to control shape, promote health, control and size; Weed management by hand and/or by using specialized tools; Applies fertilizers, pesticides/herbicides when necessary.
• Tree maintenance - Prunes trees to shape, promote health, and control size; Removes dead or fallen trees and branches; Grinds/removes stumps; Plant and inspects trees, reporting unsafe or hazardous conditions; Removes, replaces, or adjusts tree stakes and ties; Applies fertilizers, pesticides/herbicides when necessary.
• Turf maintenance – Mow and edge turf by hand or by use of power tools; Turf repair/renovation, including seeding, sodding, aeration, and dethatching; Applies fertilizers, pesticides/herbicides when necessary.
• Irrigation maintenance – Manage, modify, and troubleshoot automatic irrigation systems; Make minor repairs such as replace broken heads/nozzles, repair broken lines, and valves; Hand water where necessary.
• Performs refuse and recycling collection, loading/unloading, transport, sorting, and disposal.
• General litter pick-up around campus grounds.
• Sweeps/blows/cleans roads, walkways, trails, and paved areas, including gutters and ditches with use of manual and power equipment.
• Cleans storm sewers, basins, and vaults.
• General exterior maintenance - Maintain curbs, railings, fences, signs/posts, sidewalks/interlocking pavers, site furnishings, shuttle stops, and outdoor art work. Maintenance includes: hand and power washing, graffiti removal, hand and power sanding, staining, waxing, patching, and leveling.
• Performs a variety of manual tasks including: digging, trenching, earth movement, and landscape demolition.

• The incumbent provides effective customer services ensuring that the client’s needs are met.
• The incumbent establishes and maintains friendly and professional relationships with customers, colleagues, and visitors exhibiting PRIDE values.
• Provide documentation of work as required as Supervisor and/or Manager

(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9.

The total sum should add up to 100%.)

• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing in English with customers and department staff at all levels
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions, and One (1) year experience as a laborer/gardener; and demonstrated ability to operate assigned tools and equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of water management and irrigation repair
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrated experience safely operating and maintaining power tools
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English
• Ability to kneel, stoop, and stand for long periods of time
• Climb and work on extension ladder
• Ability to perform work on schedule in a safe and timely manner
• Ability to work without direct supervision and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to deliver high quality customer service and to respond to the customer’s needs

• Demonstrated knowledge of ornamental and California native plants
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)