Grounds Equipment Operator

GROUNDS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR POSTING IS OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL WITH PROMOTIONAL TAKING PRECEDENCE
The established Eligibility List will remain in effect for one year.
The District has the right to limit the number of eligible which can be reasonably used during the existence of the eligibility list. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

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1 Grounds Equipment Operator position for 8.0 hours per day / 12 months

Application Process:
Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the Required Qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Tentative Testing Schedule for this Recruitment:
Written Testing Date: June 24, 2025
Qualifications Appraisal Interview Date: July 8, 2025
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (Minimum Qualifications for Education and Experience and Licenses and other Requirements) shown below:
Education and Experience :

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year experience in grounds maintenance or gardening work

Licenses and other Requirements

• Valid California Class A Drivers License and evidence of insurability.
• Valid Forklift and backhoe certification within six months of employment.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• TB Clearance

Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and Operations, operate and maintain power driven gardening equipment to mow lawns and maintain District grounds; maintain and operate heavy equipment and trucks; perform regular preventative maintenance work on grounds equipment; transport various equipment to and from job sites; maintain grounds equipment in a safe and operative condition.

• Prepare grounds and athletic fields by fertilizing and dragging; perform a variety of grounds maintenance duties including minor sprinkler repair, mowing, edging, trimming; provide adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities and athletic events.
• Haul a variety of items such as trash and debris for grounds and facilities; clean landscaped areas and related items such as storm drains, fields and litter; prevent flooding; remove hazards; aerate and dethatch grounds as assigned; promote healthy growth; maintain attractive District grounds; locate, traps and baits rodents as directed.
• Operate a variety of grounds maintenance equipment including tractors, gang mowers, riding mowers, push mowers, forklift, dump truck and scissor lift; maintain tools and equipment; ensure the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Perform repairs on equipment including blades, reels, belts, bearings and lubricating tools; ensure that work related equipment is in proper working condition.
• Prepare written materials including supply requisitions, safety inspections, work orders, inventory records and time sheets; document activities; provide written reports and references.
• Respond to emergency situations; assist in resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Transport mowers and other heavy equipment to and from work sites; ensure availability for use in completing work assignments.
• Locate, trap and bait rodents using appropriate procedures to eliminate damage and/or health concerns caused by rodents.
• Attend unit meetings, in-service trainings and workshops; gather information required to perform job functions; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Assist with set up and breakdown for events as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience :

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year experience in grounds maintenance or gardening work

Licenses and other Requirements

• Valid California Class A Drivers License and evidence of insurability.
• Valid Forklift and backhoe certification within six months of employment.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• TB Clearance

Knowledge of:

• Operation, preventive maintenance, and minor repair of a variety of grounds equipment including gang, riding and push mowers and other power-driven grounds equipment.
• Grounds maintenance procedures including mowing, edging, raking, and weeding.
• Methods, equipment, and materials used in landscaping and grounds keeping work.
• Cultivating, fertilizing, watering, and spraying of flowers, trees and shrubs.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Health and safety regulations.

Ability to:

• Operate and maintain a variety of power equipment and vehicles in the maintenance of designated grounds.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance work and minor repairs on grounds equipment.
• Perform a variety of grounds maintenance and landscaping duties in the beautification of assigned grounds and landscaped areas.
• Mow, edge, water, weed, fertilize, rake, and cultivate lawns, flower beds, athletic fields and other landscaped areas.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain routine records related to work performed.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Perform heavy physical labor.

1. All sections of the application must be completed.
2. Incomplete applications will be screened out.
3. The section titled Your Record of Experience must demonstrate the type and years of experience required for this position.
4. A resume will NOT be accepted in-lieu of a completed application.
5. All correspondence will be done by email only. Please add Governmentjobs.com to your safe sender list as some emails go to junk and/or spam folders.
6. PLEASE include three (3) professional references (this can include paid or unpaid volunteer work, persons who know of your work ).