Chaffey College
Grounds Maintenance Specialist
Chaffey College, Rancho Cucamonga, California, United States, 91739
Grounds Maintenance Specialist
Chaffey College
Salary: $4,592.00 Monthly
Job Type: Classified Contract
Job Number: 25-26/00057
Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Department: Maintenance & Operations
Closing: 11/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description Under supervision, the Grounds Maintenance Specialist performs a wide variety of gardening and grounds‑keeping work including planting, spraying, fertilization, pruning, irrigating, and the maintenance of lawns, athletic fields, plants, trees, shrubs, and landscaped areas. The position works independently, prioritizes daily work assignments, and provides training and assistance to less experienced Grounds Maintenance Specialists.
Responsibilities
Provide support and assistance to contractors and departments in the design and implementation of new landscaping projects. Review plans for new building development, research and order materials, share horticulture information, participate in walk‑throughs and phase completions, read blueprints, and repair and install irrigation systems.
Install, repair, and maintain district irrigation systems. Perform necessary calculations, set timers, program systems, clean and rebuild valves, backflows, main lines, and pipes, and redesign as needed.
Plant, cultivate, cut, prune, and maintain trees, shrubs, and lawns. Apply best practices in caring for new plants.
Prepare and maintain athletic fields for games and events. Schedule work based on a calendar of events for soccer, football, archery, softball, baseball, track, and practices; determine appropriate measurements, set string lines, mix paint, apply to fields, install mounds, cut grass, etc.
Operate power equipment such as tractors, loaders, backhoes, mowers, edgers, chain saws, auto pipe threaders, sod cutters, aerators, wood chippers, sprayers, ditch witches, trenchers, tree boom lifts, and vertacutters.
Properly apply agricultural materials—including fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides—to control pests and diseases in accordance with government and district guidelines. Prepare live traps for animal control.
Clean and maintain tools and equipment used on the job (e.g., sharpening and aligning mowers and saws, changing oil and filters) and perform minor maintenance and repairs.
Perform general grounds cleaning such as blowing/raking leaves and debris, sweeping sidewalks, performing street repairs, cleaning gutters and downspouts, and pressure washing as necessary.
Train and oversee student workers and hourly staff; provide training to less experienced Grounds Maintenance Specialists.
Adapt to changing technologies and learn new functions related to assigned duties.
Maintain inventory and order supplies as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities (e.g., experience in institutional grounds work).
Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.
Experience working in a related field.
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities; meet deadlines and schedules.
Read manuals and blueprints, write, and present information to others.
Solve practical problems.
Demonstrated skill in operating powered gardening equipment, using chemical applications, performing grounds cleaning techniques, and preparing and maintaining athletic grounds.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in gardening and groundskeeping trade; operations and servicing of all types of powered gardening equipment; safety practices in equipment operation; manual and computerized irrigation systems; pesticide application procedures.
Meeting minimum qualifications does not assure a candidate of an interview. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Additional Information Special Conditions
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 5 am – 2 pm (hours may vary by assignment).
Possession of a valid California driver’s license is required, with a satisfactory driving record.
Ability to pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical.
These positions may involve strenuous physical work in unfavorable weather conditions and require work with potentially hazardous chemicals such as pesticides.
Application Process Chaffey College utilizes an online electronic application system. The application can be accessed at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey. The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement. Upload the following documents only:
Cover Letter
Resume
Conditions of Employment This is a full‑time, 12‑month, classified bargaining unit position located at the Rancho Cucamonga Campus. Start date: as soon as possible. Range 13 of the CSEA Salary Schedule with starting salary of Step A, $4,592/month. Excellent benefit package. Being able and ready to work in‑person with Chaffey students, employees, and community partners is an essential function of this job.
To Apply To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey/jobs/5125521/grounds-maintenance-specialist
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Salary: $4,592.00 Monthly
Job Type: Classified Contract
Job Number: 25-26/00057
Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Department: Maintenance & Operations
Closing: 11/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description Under supervision, the Grounds Maintenance Specialist performs a wide variety of gardening and grounds‑keeping work including planting, spraying, fertilization, pruning, irrigating, and the maintenance of lawns, athletic fields, plants, trees, shrubs, and landscaped areas. The position works independently, prioritizes daily work assignments, and provides training and assistance to less experienced Grounds Maintenance Specialists.
Responsibilities
Provide support and assistance to contractors and departments in the design and implementation of new landscaping projects. Review plans for new building development, research and order materials, share horticulture information, participate in walk‑throughs and phase completions, read blueprints, and repair and install irrigation systems.
Install, repair, and maintain district irrigation systems. Perform necessary calculations, set timers, program systems, clean and rebuild valves, backflows, main lines, and pipes, and redesign as needed.
Plant, cultivate, cut, prune, and maintain trees, shrubs, and lawns. Apply best practices in caring for new plants.
Prepare and maintain athletic fields for games and events. Schedule work based on a calendar of events for soccer, football, archery, softball, baseball, track, and practices; determine appropriate measurements, set string lines, mix paint, apply to fields, install mounds, cut grass, etc.
Operate power equipment such as tractors, loaders, backhoes, mowers, edgers, chain saws, auto pipe threaders, sod cutters, aerators, wood chippers, sprayers, ditch witches, trenchers, tree boom lifts, and vertacutters.
Properly apply agricultural materials—including fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides—to control pests and diseases in accordance with government and district guidelines. Prepare live traps for animal control.
Clean and maintain tools and equipment used on the job (e.g., sharpening and aligning mowers and saws, changing oil and filters) and perform minor maintenance and repairs.
Perform general grounds cleaning such as blowing/raking leaves and debris, sweeping sidewalks, performing street repairs, cleaning gutters and downspouts, and pressure washing as necessary.
Train and oversee student workers and hourly staff; provide training to less experienced Grounds Maintenance Specialists.
Adapt to changing technologies and learn new functions related to assigned duties.
Maintain inventory and order supplies as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities (e.g., experience in institutional grounds work).
Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.
Experience working in a related field.
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities; meet deadlines and schedules.
Read manuals and blueprints, write, and present information to others.
Solve practical problems.
Demonstrated skill in operating powered gardening equipment, using chemical applications, performing grounds cleaning techniques, and preparing and maintaining athletic grounds.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in gardening and groundskeeping trade; operations and servicing of all types of powered gardening equipment; safety practices in equipment operation; manual and computerized irrigation systems; pesticide application procedures.
Meeting minimum qualifications does not assure a candidate of an interview. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Additional Information Special Conditions
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 5 am – 2 pm (hours may vary by assignment).
Possession of a valid California driver’s license is required, with a satisfactory driving record.
Ability to pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical.
These positions may involve strenuous physical work in unfavorable weather conditions and require work with potentially hazardous chemicals such as pesticides.
Application Process Chaffey College utilizes an online electronic application system. The application can be accessed at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey. The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement. Upload the following documents only:
Cover Letter
Resume
Conditions of Employment This is a full‑time, 12‑month, classified bargaining unit position located at the Rancho Cucamonga Campus. Start date: as soon as possible. Range 13 of the CSEA Salary Schedule with starting salary of Step A, $4,592/month. Excellent benefit package. Being able and ready to work in‑person with Chaffey students, employees, and community partners is an essential function of this job.
To Apply To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey/jobs/5125521/grounds-maintenance-specialist
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