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Groundskeeper Group III

University of the Pacific
Stockton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025
Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title Groundskeeper Group III
Union Level III
Department Physical Plant
Campus Stockton
Posting Number 201303927P
Full or Part Time Full Time
Number of Months 12
Work Schedule
Position End Date
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship
Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose
The Groundskeeper Group III completes tasks relating to irrigation, chemical application, and sports turf management for the University of the Pacific's grounds and completes other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
  • Replace and repair irrigation sprinklers, pipes, valves, and controllers.
  • Troubleshooting irrigation problems.
  • Program and maintain irrigation clocks and controllers.
  • Irrigation Management & Maintenance System (IMMS) program and scheduling.
  • Install new or re-designed sprinkler systems.
  • Maintain irrigation pumps.
  • Identify landscape pest problems.
  • Order irrigation parts and accessories, as needed.
  • Gauge water requirements so lawns, shrubs, trees, and athletic fields are healthy.
  • Work on special projects.
  • Perform irrigation work, refuse removal, tree maintenance, and paint fields.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
  • Identifies maintenance or repair needs.
  • Cooperate with other people within the departments and other department personnel to complete assigned tasks.
  • Display the necessary initiative and dependability to work alone or in groups.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma.
  • Five (5) years of experience directly related to chemical application.
  • Must possess a current Qualified Applicator License or Qualified Applicators Certificate through the Department of Pesticide Regulation.
  • Five (5) years of experience directly related to Irrigation.
Preferred Qualifications
  • College degree.
  • Ten (10) years' experience related to Landscaping preferred.
  • A certified irrigation technician or certified water auditor is preferred.
  • Experience maintaining athletic fields.
  • Proven knowledge of small and large grounds equipment maintenance and operation.
  • Possess good communication skills and works well with others.
  • Working knowledge of lawn maintenance, irrigation work and of lawn maintenance equipment use and repair.
  • Working knowledge of athletic field maintenance.
  • Ability to accurately calibrate chemical equipment.
  • Ability to operate and maintain large equipment including backhoe tractor, tractor attachments, bobcats, large trucks, trenchers, and other equipment.
  • Working knowledge of pest and diseases in landscape.
  • Ability to read and understand chemical labels.
  • Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
  • Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to various temperatures and weather elements. Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, chemicals, and/or loud noises. Extensive physical activity.
Constant bending, walking, standing, lifting up to 100 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 200 lbs. Ability to climb a ladder and work at heights. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Repetitive use of hands.

Work Environment/Workweek/Travel:
Must be willing to work weekends and odd hours in emergency situations.

Requires Physical and Respiratory Fit Testing. Ability to use or wear respirator.

Union membership required.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range $30.84 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

 

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