Groundsworker - Facilities Management and Development

• Job Description

  Job Summary
  
  Under general supervision of the Landscape Manager and in accordance with schedules or periodic instructions, the grounds-worker performs general gardening work and maintains the grounds in an assigned area of a campus. Grounds-worker may work independently or as part of a grounds team.
  
  Department Summary
  
  Facilities Management and Development (FMD), a unit within the Administration and Finance Division (AFD), is responsible for the planning, design, construction, operations, maintenance, and repair of university facilities, grounds, and infrastructure. FMD consists of four critical and interdependent support departments, including Customer & Business Services; Environmental Health & Safety; Facilities Planning & Capital Projects; and Facilities Operations. In support of the Cal Poly mission, the Facilities Management and Development department is committed to sustainability, responsible stewardship of natural resources, and promoting an inclusive culture that values individual and organizational integrity, civility, equity, and diversity.
  
  Key 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, turf, and flowers as well as the use and care of gardening materials, tools, and power equipment.
  • Ability to recognize the more common species of ornamental shrubs, trees and flowers grown in California.
  • General knowledge of sprinkler repair and irrigation fundamentals.
  • Ability to read and interpret a pesticide or fertilizer label as well as apply both in a safe and effective manner.

  
  Education and Experience
  

  • One year of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or in general grounds maintenance work, or in related manual labor.

  
  Salary and Benefits
  
  Anticipated Hiring Range: $46,358 - $55,000 per year
  
  Classification Range: $44,664 - $70,080 per year
  
  Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
  
  Cal Poly
  
  Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu .
  
  Diversity Statement
  
  At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
  
  Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.
  
  Supplemental Information
  
  Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.
  
  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.
  
  Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
  
  Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
  
  Advertised: Sep 26 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
  Applications close:
  
  Closing Date/Time:

• ABOUT THE COMPANY

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  • California Polytechnic State University

  • 805-756-2236

  About Cal Poly

  Founded in 1901, California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is one of five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the U.S., with about 21,000 undergraduate and 900 graduate students. Cal Poly maintains a guiding philosophy of “Learn By Doing” that is reflected in the school’s comprehensive curriculum combining technical and professional training with the arts and humanities. When you graduate from Cal Poly, you won’t just know theory, you will be able to think critically and know how to solve real-world problems. Today, Cal Poly is among the most selective public universities in the United States. Under President Armstrong’s leadership, Cal Poly’s national reputation is growing and, according to payscale.com, the return on investment for graduating students is consistently on par with some of the most prestigious universities in California. Visit www.calpoly.edu to learn more.

  Central to California

  Cal Poly is located in the beautiful Central Coast of California in the city of San Luis Obispo, about halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. This city is nestled in between great wine regions, relaxing beaches, and a small community. Our location gives students access to opportunities for hands-on research in agriculture, wine making, and distinct coastal ecosystems, as well as, close proximity to Southern California and the Bay Area for their tech, industry and the culture hubs. Given California’s status as a world leader in many areas and industries, our students have an opportunity to do work that makes an impact around the globe.

  Committed to Diversity

  We recognize and celebrate the value of the different viewpoints, knowledge, cultures and skills that diverse communities bring to the educational experience. Cal Poly is committed to becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and feel a sense of respect, belonging and personal safety. We’re not just a workplace — we’re a community.

  Highly Ranked

  Cal Poly consistently receives high rankings from major publications. For the past 27 years, we have been named the best public, master's-level university in the West by U.S. News & World Report. Forbes also continues to name us the top public masters-level university in California and one of the Top 25 public and private universities in the West. 

  Benefits/ Perks

  • New Employee Orientation
  • Staff Faculty Associations
  • An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
  • FlexCash (in lieu of health/dental)
  • Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance
  • Union Protection
  • Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
  • Retirement plan through CalPERS
  • Employee Assistance Program

  Beyond the Job

  • Employee Discounts
  • Childcare
  • Lactation Support
  • Staff Awards
  • Tuition waiver for employees and dependents
  • Personal and Professional Development

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