Job Description
Groundsworker, Grounds California State University, San Bernardino
Job no: 547066
Work type: Staff Location: Southern California|San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus
Categories: Bargaining Unit|Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services,Job Search Category/Discipline|Custodial/Facilities,Appointment Type|Probationary,Time Basis|Full Time,Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work in-person at business location)
Under immediate supervision of the Manager for Grounds, the Groundsworker performs general gardening work and maintains the grounds in an assigned area of a campus.
Job Summary: Under immediate supervision of the Manager for Grounds, the Groundsworker performs general gardening work and maintains the grounds in an assigned area of a campus.
Duties and responsibilities - Under guidance of the lead groundsworker, performs a broad range of groundskeeping duties, including but not limited to, planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering, and spraying ornamental plants, shrubs, hedges, trees, lawns and flowers. Mows and edges lawns. Rakes leaves, hoes weeds, and cleans trash from assigned areas including parking lots. Prepares and treats soils for planting. Show willingness and initiative on all projects and duties. Demonstrate grounds skills in the performance of daily tasks.
- Operate and maintain equipment and tools for grounds and pest control operations; operate all equipment properly, following proper procedures including safety precautions; service equipment accordingly.
- Performs pruning, thinning and constructing supports for trees and shrubs. May occasionally assist a qualified specialist with tree trimming, or nursery functions. Proper techniques are used and proficiency is demonstrated for this task. Planting and maintaining turf, shrubs, and trees. Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions to properly perform these tasks.
- May occasionally assist a qualified specialist with sprinkler repair and performs minor sprinkler repair. Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and properly perform this task.
- General cleanup. Assure that work stations are kept clean and neat, all tools and equipment are properly stored and the general area is kept free of trash and litter.
- State employees may be required to serve as a disaster service worker and participate in disaster recovery efforts.
- Other classification-related duties as assigned. May drive pick-ups and other automotive equipment in performance of assigned duties. Show initiative and willingness in performing other duties.
Minimum Qualifications: - One year of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or in general grounds maintenance work, or in related manual labor.
Required Qualifications: - Thorough knowledge of general gardening and grounds maintenance methods. General knowledge of proper methods of planting, cultivating, and caring for hedges, ornamental trees, shrubs, lawns, and flowers, and the use and care of gardening materials, tools, and equipment.
- Ability to recognize the more common species of ornamental shrubs, trees and flowers grown in California; perform strenuous physical work as described in this classification; utilize mechanical aptitude and motor coordination; learn to skillfully operate small trucks and power-driven grounds equipment; read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; and follow simple oral and written instructions.
License and Certifications - Valid CA Driver's License
Special Conditions: - Ability to lift, lower, push, and pull loads ranging in weight from 5-60 pounds; carry loads ranging from 20-50 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet; capable or kneeling, reaching overhead, climbing stairs and ladders; walking, twisting, stooping, bending; depending on the project, may spend 20%-50% of day sitting, 20%-50% of day standing, and 20%-50% of day walking. Pre-employment physical
Compensation and Benefits: Anticipation Salary Range: $3,722 per month
Classification Salary Range: $3,722 - $5,263 per month
The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .
Position Information: Full-time Non-Exempt Probationary
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Application Deadline : April 7, 2025
As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University, San Bernardino in not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).
Conditions of Employment Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Physical Exam Employment is contingent upon candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Drivers License Check Possession of a valid Driver's License and Car Insurance is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.
Mandated Reporter The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Campus Security Authority This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.
I-9 CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at
I-9 CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at .
Statement of Commitment to Diversity In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.
California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit
Closing Statement: Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu .
Smoking CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at .
Clery Act In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at:
Applications close: Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:55:00 GMT
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About California State University, San Bernardino
California State University, San Bernardino offers a challenging and innovative academic environment. The university seeks to provide a supportive and welcoming social and physical setting where students, faculty and staff feel they belong and can excel. The university provides students the opportunity to engage in the life of the campus, interact with others of diverse backgrounds and cultures, as well as participate in activities that encourage growth, curiosity and scholarly fulfillment. Through its branch campus in Palm Desert, the university mission extends to the Coachella Valley.
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