Groundskeeper, Facilities Management, Doheny Campus

Job Description:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of work in the general maintenance of landscape and grounds; maintain and perform minor repairs to grounds maintenance equipment; performs related duties as assigned.

Work Location: Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles)

Start Date: Immediately

Applications Deadline: Open until filled

Position Hourly Rate Range: $19.71 - $20.00

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Maintains grounds in clean, safe, and orderly manner; mows, edges, aerates lawns and border areas; removes weeds and debris from walkways, culverts, stairways, roadways, planters and parking areas by hand or via herbicide application; prunes shrubs and trees up to maximum height ; uses blower or broom to sweep sidewalks; maintains in-ground drains and culverts; loads and unloads equipment or materials from department vehicles; hauls and disposes of landscape cuttings and debris; cultivates and renovates designated planting areas; installs or replaces turf, trees, ornamental plants, shrubs, ground covers, annuals, and bulbs; plans, installs, and maintains landscape irrigation systems including repairing or replacing sprinkler heads, valves, and lines; assists with repairs or installations of fencing, paving materials for pathways, concrete and rock retaining walls, wood, concrete and/or rock boarders and various posts, slabs, drains, and culverts; operates and maintains grounds maintenance equipment such as lawn mower, edger, sweeper, string trimmer, rototiller, chainsaw, power hedge trimmer, sprayers, and basic gardening hand tools; loads equipment on trailer for transport and drives to work sites; keeps hoses, supplies, tools, and equipment in proper condition and repair; maintains service request records, equipment parts listings, equipment oil change logs, equipment service/repair logs, seed usage logs, irrigation repair logs, and records of supplies used; mixes and applies approved herbicides for weed mitigation; mixes and applies fertilizers; performs minor pest management; maintains stock of fertilizer and plant food supplies; maintains current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for potentially hazardous materials; maintains logs and files pesticide use reports; assists in other minor maintenance tasks as required.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

1. From time to time he/she may need to work at Chalon or Doheny Campus

2. May be asked to help in other departments as time allows

3. May works on weekends/evening during especial university events

Requirements:

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described including specialized knowledge and work experience in landscaping and horticultural techniques

Knowledge:

• Turf management and maintenance practices and techniques including water conservation; horticulture and methods of planting, cultivation, pruning, and caring for plants, trees, and lawns; sprinkler and irrigation system design, installation, operation, and maintenance; operating characteristics of a full range of ground maintenance equipment; proper and safe application of fertilizers, herbicides, and chemical controls; record-keeping techniques; legislation on using pesticides in schools; safe lifting techniques; safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials; basic math.

Abilities and Skills:

• Install and repair sprinkler systems; operate hand and power tools, and other associated grounds maintenance equipment; order and maintain sprinkler parts stock; maintain grounds maintenance equipment; perform tree maintenance; perform general gardening and grounds work; read and understand labels, service requests, and similar documents; follow oral and written directions; communication effectively in both oral and written form; maintain work logs and service requests; establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work assignments; perform a variety of physical labor including climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, reaching, and standing for long periods of time; lift and carry boxes, tools, equipment and materials.

• Bilingual preferably

Education:

• High school diploma /GED required or
• A certification in a horticulture or landscaping

Experience:

• Minimal 2 years' experience in grounds and landscaping

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.

A background check will be required.

Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.