gardening specialist

6 days ago

Sacramento, California, United States California State University Sacramento Full time

Apply now Job no: 543278
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 11:55pm PST

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2, 5, 7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Manager of Grounds and Landscape Services, the Gardening Specialist performs a combination of specialized work in an assigned area which encompasses irrigation repair and maintenance work, pest and weed control, tree maintenance, athletic turf maintenance, and maintenance of gardening power equipment. The incumbent will also make recommendations for the planning and development of special planting areas including soil amendments, irrigation, and plant selection.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,907 per month - $4,000 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,907 per month - $6,375.00 per month

Work Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00am - 2:30pm. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Grounds and Landscaping Services is responsible for maintaining 170 landscaped acres and over 3,000 trees. We also have responsibility for maintaining walkways and parking improvements. Grounds and Landscape Services trims, irrigates, cleans, fertilizes, provides pest control, and renovates campus site improvements that encompass:

  • Over 3,000 trees, comprising 250 species
  • 93 acres of lawn/turf
  • 16 acres of shrubs and ground cover
  • More than 21 miles of campus walkways
  • 60 acres of parking lots
  • 25 acres of undeveloped space
  • Irrigation systems comprising 5 well pumps, 7 zone controllers, 750 valves, and 12,000 sprinkler heads

Required Qualifications

Experience:

  • Two years of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or general grounds, one year of which shall have been in either the maintenance, repair or modification of irrigation systems, specialized pest and/or spray control work, or cultivation and care of nursery plants.

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of installation and programming automatic irrigation controllers.
  • Thorough knowledge of athletic and general turf maintenance.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to identify, diagnose and treat plant disease, and correct plant nutrient deficiencies.
  • Ability to perform standard and specialized pruning of trees, shrubs, and other plants as needed.
  • Ability to perform maintenance, repair or modification of irrigation systems.
  • Ability to operate and perform maintenance on small power-operated mowers and other gardening power equipment.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse environment.
  • Ability to use computerized maintenance systems.
  • Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment.

License/Certificate:

  • Possession of the appropriate California Department of Pesticide Regulation license to perform pest control work. Some positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license.
  • Must have or obtain Current Qualified Applicators Certificate (QAC) for pest and weed control related to landscape maintenance within twelve months of hiring date.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to frequently lift and carry gardening equipment up to 50 lbs.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Ability to pass a background check.

Documents Needed to Apply:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Copy of Required License
  • Copy of Required Certification (if applicable)

Failure to upload these documents to the online application may result in disqualification. Three professional references are required as part of the online application.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas.

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