What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper, Facilities position at San Jacinto College?
Groundskeeper, Facilities - Central Campus
FUNCTION: Under the direction of the District Supervisor, Grounds & Logistics, provide customer service to college by carrying out facilities services' activities at all college locations as directed providing logistical support, construction activities, housekeeping services, landscape maintenance, transportation services and other related tasks as directed.
Essential Job Functions:
- Basic moves of furniture, equipment and/or items required for college business operations.
- Basic landscape maintenance duties - mow, trim, sweep/blow clippings, plant, and mulch
- Inspect and perform basic preventive maintenance to college tools, equipment, facilities and vehicles
- Basic cleaning and maintenance of college facilities and grounds.
- Collect auction items, as well as, stored material and equipment.
- Perform facilities preparation/set-ups for College events.
- Replace damaged or stained ceiling tiles
- Discuss requested work and follow-up completed tasks with customers
- Assist craft work (plumber, HVAC, electrician, carpenter, painter, irrigation system tech)
- Serves as team member of Facilities Services emergency planning and response team responding to major interruptions of College services.
Additional Job Functions:
- Block/direct traffic for special events
- Safely operate forklift and other equipment including but not limited to tractors and lifts.
- Pick up trash on campus when encountered during course of daily duties to include fallen or broken branches.
- Communication via phone calls in a timely manner.
- Make minor Asphalt repairs
- Perform maintenance by cleaning out roof drains / gutters as needed.
- Relocate, dispose and replace car stops when requested.
- Remove/Install exterior signage
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work at assigned college location completing work orders as scheduled.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in order to receive instructions and training on equipment.
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education:
- High School Diploma
Required Experience:
- None
Preferred Experience:
- Two (2) years facilities grounds and maintenance field.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid Texas Driver's license
Preferred Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid Texas Commercial Driver's license
Note: The duties of this position require a physical presence at the assigned on-site work location during unrestricted operations with very limited or no opportunity for remote work arrangements.
Salary Grade: 101
Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule
Requisition Number: req5528
Posting Close Date: 4/25/2025
The San Jacinto College District is committed to equal opportunity for all students, employees, and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The following College official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies: Sandra Ramirez, VCHR Org/Talent Effectiveness, 4620 Fairmont Pkwy. Pasadena, TX 77504; 281-991-2648; Sandra.Ramirez@sjcd.edu
