Groundskeeper Group I

Primary Purpose

Responsible for physical appearance of University grounds by mowing, raking, planting, fertilizing, trimming or watering. Use mowers, rakes or other hand and power tools typically used in gardening.

Essential Functions

• Mows, trims, edges and sweeps university lawns and grounds.
• Waters fields and grounds as directed.
• Performs tree and shrub maintenance to include planting, trimming and fertilizing.
• Ensures proper care of equipment, tools and supplies.
• Collections trash and removes in appropriate containers.
• Performs minor repair of equipment.
• Affords assistance with set-up and tear-down of outdoor stages, tarps, tables and chairs.
• Identifies maintenance or repair need and reports to appropriate personnel.
• Affords assistance in special construction projects as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

University of the Pacific

Recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of maintenance and operation of grounds equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• A High School Diploma.
• Working knowledge of lawn maintenance, and of lawn maintenance equipment use and repair.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Work Schedule

The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or Thursday to Monday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This recruitment is to fill for five (5) vacancies.