Groundskeeper III

800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria CA

Description

GROUNDSKEEPER III DEFINITION: Under supervision of Landscape Supervisor, this position will perform skilled and semi-skilled grounds keeping work on athletic fields, adjacent landscaped areas, and associated athletic facilities and structures; and operates specialized heavy grounds keeping equipment. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: An incumbent in this position under minimal supervision will perform a variety of skilled and semi­ skilled grounds keeping duties in the maintenance, staging, and marking of fields and facilities associated with various outdoor sports venues on or off campus to ensure safe and well-maintained playing surfaces. The incumbent must be self-motivated, able to work independently, provide technical expertise in athletic field conditions, and inform the Landscape Supervisor of any deficiencies that require attention. The incumbent will maintain clean and orderly work areas; inspection of assigned areas for safety; and follow safe working procedures to include observing all safety rules, performing safety checks, and initiating corrective action; ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responds to requests from the Department Kinesiology, Recreation and Athletics for the correction of field condition problems and schedules maintenance activities to avoid conflict with sports activity schedules. Maintains athletic fields using large riding mowers; field renovation equipment. Operates a variety of athletic field maintenance equipment and hand tools. Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on grounds equipment. Installs sod, reseeds, fertilizes, over seeds, and renovates fields. Restores fields in the off-season in preparation for organized instructional activities. Measures, lays out, and paints boundary lines on sports fields in accordance with specifications established for the sport. Installs or repairs special field accessories, to include but not limited to baseball/softball base anchors, pitcher's mound, home plate specifications, triple jump pits and blocks, shot put pads, high jump pads, etc. Installs, modifies, tests, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots the irrigation systems. Assists in maintaining a computerized irrigation control database; calibrates irrigation systems and sets irrigation controllers; adjusts watering schedules according to weather and playing schedules; changes, adjusts and repairs sprinkler heads. Performs normal grounds maintenance duties such as mowing, trimming, edging, raking, aerating, watering, weeding, mulching, pruning and fertilizing. Diagnoses and treats pests, diseases, and weed problems. Picks up all debris from landscaped areas, athletic fields, playgrounds, and parking lots; as well as picks up and dumps trashcans and recycling receptacles. Directs the work of other grounds professionals and student workers assigned to assist in the care and maintenance of athletic fields. Inspects and cleans storm drains, roof drains and gutters, retention basins, and drainage swales. Performs other functions as required. Job Posting Closing Date: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Start Date: Anticipated start date is September 2021. Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Salary and Benefits The starting monthly salary is $ 3,657 (range 22, $3,657 to $4,446 monthly on the Classified Bargaining Unit Salary Schedule). Benefits include medical, dental, life, vision, salary protection insurance, and eligibility for PERS retirement. Application Procedure Application Procedure: To be considered for this position, please submit the following application materials: Resume Cover letter Screening Process A committee will screen all applications. Meeting minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. Therefore, it is important that the application be thorough and detailed. Applicants will be assessed on the breadth and depth of education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Required Qualifications: LICENSEREQUIRED: Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License; and the ability to qualify for District vehicle insurance coverage; Possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate license from the California Department of Pesticide Regulations Qualified Applicators Certificate, or the ability to obtain a Qualified Applicators Certificate within the first nine (9) months of employment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Advanced principles, methods, materials, and equipment of athletic fields grounds keeping; Operation and routine maintenance of power tools, standard grounds equipment, and specialized heavy equipment used in athletic field maintenance and general landscaping; Materials and methods used in diagnosing, treating, and controlling pests, diseases, and weeds; Methods and procedures for the maintenance and staging of sports fields and facilities to ensure safe and proper regulation playing conditions; Methods and procedures for the installation, maintenance, and repair of manual and automated irrigation systems; Plant, soil and water relationships; Infield mixes (60-40/70-30), mound clays, mound bricks, and other materials for proper field maintenance and renovations; Specifications and measurements for athletic fields; Basic math related to measurements of athletic fields. Demonstrated Ability to: Safely use hand and power tools common to athletic field maintenance work; Safely and effectively apply pesticides and fungicides; Perform a full range of grounds maintenance; Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Education and Experience: Must complete equivalent to the twelfth grade education. Prefer a Bachelor of Science degree in ornamental horticulture or turf science. Five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and care of athletic fields or golf courses; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Heavy work-pushing and/or pulling 75 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Works outside with effective protection from the weather and elements. Dirty, dusty, muddy, windy, hot, and cold conditions are possible. Special Qualification: A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.