Grounds Equipment Operator

Location: Main Campus
Job Code: 412
# of Openings: 1

OPEN UNTIL FILLED: Extended application review deadline December 5, 2022.
BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the lead grounds equipment operator, perform general and varied groundskeeping, gardening and maintenance work; install and maintain irrigation systems; operate and maintain grounds equipment.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Plant, cultivate, prune, spray, fertilize and irrigate flowers, trees, grass and shrubs; hoe weeds, rake leaves, sweep walks, pick up debris and other related duties as needed.

Mow, edge, trim, fertilize and rake lawns; irrigate and water various grounds areas by hand or by operating a sprinkler system.

Maintain and repair of irrigation systems; install, repair and reline pipe and electric clock systems as required.

Operate a variety of power-driven equipment such as tractors, trucks, weed whips, mowers, fork lifts, sweepers, power pressure sprayers, chain saws, and other equipment used in grounds maintenance work; utilize standard gardening hand tools; assure equipment is in safe operating condition.

Operate a boom truck to trim and remove trees as assigned; raise, top, and remove dead or dangerous limbs or other materials.

Install or sod new lawns; sweep lawns, sidewalks, blacktop and other athletic facility areas; clean and wash down football stadium; aerate and fertilize turfed areas using special equipment.

Assist with and perform general grounds maintenance duties involved in repairing fences; haul sand and dirt; operate power spray rigs and spray for pests and weeds.

Assist in the selection of flowers, trees, shrubs, ground cover and other materials. Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods, materials and equipment used in athletic field maintenance work.

Basic methods, materials and equipment commonly used in propagating, cultivating, pruning and caring for plants, shrubs, flowers, trees and lawns.

Safe work practices and procedures.

Proper and safe operation, use and routine maintenance of power-driven grounds equipment and machinery.

Methods, use and care of materials used in controlling pests, insects and weeds. Cultivating, fertilizing, watering and spraying of flowers, trees and shrubs and weed abatement materials.

Proper operation of heavy grounds equipment. Maintenance and repair of irrigation systems.

Design, installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems. Health and safety regulations and practices.

Methods and procedures related to tree trimming.
ABILITY TO:

Perform responsible grounds maintenance duties involved in preparation and maintenance of District's athletic fields and related facilities.

Perform groundskeeping duties in the maintenance of lawns and landscaped areas. Operate a variety of power equipment including tractors, mowers and other mechanical equipment used in grounds maintenance work.

Utilize line markers, dyes, drags and other related equipment in the preparation and maintenance of athletic fields.

Design, install, maintain and repair irrigation systems. Work cooperatively with others.

Work independently with little direction. Meet schedules and timelines.

Observe health and safety regulations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years grounds maintenance experience including operation of grounds maintenance equipment and chemical applications.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Regular, full-time, 12 months per year classified position at the main campus. Weekly Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday 6:30am-2:30pm (30-minute lunch). Starting salary $3,453/month (Step A). Range 18 on the L39 salary schedule: $3,453/month to $4,200/month (5 Steps). District provides health benefits, which currently consist of full medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and a high percentage of coverage for eligible dependents. District-paid life, accident and income protection insurance is provided for the employee only. Must become a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Stationary Local No. 39 and the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

Board Policy 7330 Communicable Diseases-Employees requires that all newly hired and current employees of the Hartnell Community College District be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All new employees must be fully vaccinated by the first day of employment. An exemption may be requested by individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to medical and/or religious reasons. Employees who receive an exemption will be required to wear a mask or face covering while on District property and/or facilities and will be required to undergo COVID-19 testing twice weekly. For more information about Hartnell CCD's vaccine requirement, please visit the District COVID-19 Information Website.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

The following documents must be uploaded as attachments to your on-line application:

1) Resume
2) Cover letter

It is the policy of the Hartnell Community College District that no person shall be discriminated against in any employment procedure on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. The College actively seeks applications from candidates who have multi- cultural experience. Contact the Office of Human Resources and Equal Employment Opportunity if you need any special accommodations to complete the application process.




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