Top 310 Groundskeepers & greenskeepers Jobs in California

Groundskeeper
Glendale Community College —Glendale, CA
- $4,341.21 - $4,786.19 a month
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- University
- Travel reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
Groundskeeper
University of California, Riverside —Riverside, CA
- $25.17 - $35.22 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- English
- High school diploma or GED
11d
Game Day Staff - Grounds Crew
Fresno Grizzlies —Fresno, CA
- On call
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Grounds Maintenance Worker I
City of Santa Clara, CA —Santa Clara, CA
- $81,975.60 - $104,936.40 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
10d
Groundskeeper
Stanford University —Stanford, CA
- $26.39 - $31.84 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Greenskeeper
Dove Canyon Golf Club —Trabuco Canyon, CA
- Power tools
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Gardener
The Los Angeles Country Club —Los Angeles, CA
- $18.50 - $21.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Game Day Staff - Bat Boy
Fresno Grizzlies —Fresno, CA
- Extended hours
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Outdoor work
Groundskeeper
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory —San Francisco Bay Area, CA
- $27.55 - $40.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Ability to climb stairs
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Groundskeeper
University of California, Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $25.12 - $33.13 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
13d
Greenskeeper
Arcis Golf —Fountain Valley, CA
- $16.90 - $30.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Outdoor work
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
PART-TIME - Groundskeeper
Los Angeles Football Club —Los Angeles, CA
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Quick Apply
Groundskeeper
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $21.68 - $26.58 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
9d
Groundskeeper, Entry
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $21.04 - $26.00 an hour
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Cemetery Grounds Crew
St. Mary Cemetery & Funeral Center —Sacramento, CA
- $22.32 - $24.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
GROUNDSKEEPER (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
Pelican Bay State Prison —Del Norte County, CA
- $4,143 - $5,156 a month
- Full-time
- Entry level
14d
Greenskeeper/Gardener
Cross Creek Golf Club —Temecula, CA
- $16.90 - $22.50 an hour
- Email
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Store discount
Quick Apply
Hospitality Ambassador / Groundskeeper
Ani & Cat LLC —San Jose, CA
- $29 - $36 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Quick Apply
13d
Full-time Groundskeeper I
Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District —Simi Valley, CA
- $4,932 - $6,353 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- English
- Driver's License
Quick Apply
10d
GROUNDSKEEPER
Department of General Services —Shasta County, CA
- $3,654 - $4,534 a month
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
2d

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Groundskeeper

Glendale Community College -
Glendale, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$4,341.21 - $4,786.19 a month

Benefits

Travel reimbursement
457(b)
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Sweeping
Chemical handling safety procedures
Plant disease management
Safety regulations
In-person customer service
Employee relationship building
Grounds maintenance and landscaping safety protocols
High school diploma or GED
Machine operation safety procedures
Grounds maintenance sprayers
Driving
Shovels
Irrigation system repair projects
Power tools
Materials handling
Pest control chemical handling
Hand tools
Machine minor repairs
Material handling equipment operation

Full Job Description

Description

Definition
Under general supervision, performs skilled groundskeeping work in planting, cultivating, and maintaining campus lawns, plants, and shrubs; prepares garden beds for planting and surfaces for laying sod; plants and maintains trees, grass, flowers, hedges, and shrubs using groundskeeping equipment; treats plant disease and pest problems; maintains and adjusts sprinkler systems; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervision

Works under the direct supervision of the department supervisor and receives work direction from the Lead Groundskeeper.

Does not directly or indirectly supervise other employees but may provide work direction to temporary employees.

WORK SCHEDULE
40 Hours/Week, 12 Months/Year
Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties and responsibilities are typical of those in this classification.

Performs skilled groundskeeping work including planting, cultivating, and maintaining campus lawns, plants, and shrubs.

Prepares garden beds for planting and surfaces and soils for laying sod; rototills and shovels soil in order to maintain landscaped areas.

Plants and maintains trees, grass, flowers, hedges, and shrubs using groundskeeping equipment; (e.g., mowers, stakes, edgers, sprayers, fertilizers, tractors, and blowers); maintains right of way for roads, sidewalks, and utilities to improve the appearance, health and value of the campus grounds.

Clears leaves, brush, clippings, litter, and other debris from sidewalks, campus grounds, and parking areas using appropriate groundskeeping equipment (e.g., rakes, power blowers, and water hoses).

Treats plant disease and pest problems; mixes and applies insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides as needed; sprays areas infested with weeds, pests, and insects in accordance with the label instructions.

Maintains and adjusts sprinkler systems; regularly checks and removes debris; ensures the appropriate areas are irrigated; regularly checks and replaces sprinkler system batteries; makes system adjustments as necessary.

Disposes of green waste by bagging clippings and other green materials and transporting to dumpsters using an electric cart.

Operates electric carts; transports materials, tools, and equipment; and checks cart water.

Clears ground storm drains of debris and other blockages.

Responds to emergency situations related to irrigation issues as well as downed trees or limbs (i.e., locating leaks and shutting off valves and trimming branches and limbs for easier disposal).

Adjusts and performs minor maintenance on power groundskeeping equipment and tools (i.e., replacing blades and worn belts and adding oil) as necessary to maintain proper functioning; notifies department management if more involved maintenance is required.

May provide work direction to temporary employees.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The education, training, and experience qualifications are considered likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the above essential duties.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.

One (1) year of experience performing gardening, nursery, or groundskeeping maintenance work.

Licenses/Certifications/Other Requirements:

The incumbent may periodically be required to travel to various locations. If the operation of a vehicle is required, the employee must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid California driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

Landscaping and maintenance of garden beds, including methods, procedures, and equipment used.

Methods, materials, and equipment used in planting and maintaining plant life grown in Southern California.

Pests, weeds, and insects common to Southern California and the appropriate uses of pesticides, insecticides, and herbicides to treat plant disease and pest problems.

Protection and safety requirements applicable to working with power equipment and hazardous or toxic material.

Techniques to safely operate power equipment and handle, mix, and apply hazardous or toxic material.

The appropriate use and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment used to sweep, blow, and water away debris.

Irrigation and sprinkler system adjustment and maintenance.

Routine maintenance required for power groundskeeping equipment and tools.

Safe work methods and safety regulations applicable to the areas of assignment.

Safe driving practices using an electric cart.

Ability to:

Safely use groundskeeping equipment to landscape and maintain campus grounds, fields, and gardens.

Drive an electric cart to transport materials, tools, and equipment.

Identify different types of pests, insects, and weeds to determine the most effective pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides to use.

Mix and apply pesticides, insecticides, and herbicides in accordance with the printed instructions to treat plant disease and pest problems.

Adhere to safety requirements when working with power equipment and/or handling hazardous or toxic materials.

Maintain and adjust irrigation and sprinkler systems.

Maintain power groundskeeping equipment and tools.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Prioritize work and complete assignments accurately and within established deadlines.

Provide and obtain detailed information to/from others.

Perform and prioritize multiple tasks.

Provide customer service with a high level of sensitivity, tact and patience.

Exercise reasonable judgment in performing job duties.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.

Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS:

The following physical and mental standards are identified as necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. However, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Mobility: frequent walking, standing, climbing, and pushing, pulling, crouching, and kneeling; occasional reaching above and below shelf levels.

Dexterity: frequent use of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to grasp, hold, and operate hand and power tools and grounds equipment.

Lifting: frequent ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision to see close, distant, and peripheral objects; adjust focus as necessary; and perceive depth and colors.

Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone.

Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent contact with others, including extensive team and supervisory contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work is primarily performed outside, on campus grounds and in a landscaping/grounds maintenance environment in varied weather conditions.

Additional Information

The Groundskeeper classification salary range is R -25.

Starting salary: Step 1 $4,341.21 to Step 3 $4,786.19 per month, based on training and experience.
Salary range: Step 1 $4,341.21 to Step 6 $5,540.61 per month (including longevity steps).

Application Process
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

Resume
List of three (3) professional references, including one supervisor. Please provide names, telephone numbers, and e-mail address for each reference.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to ensure full consideration, applications and any required attachments must be submitted by the first review date of July 8, 2026. Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as 'see resume') or missing required documents will not be considered.

Travel Reimbursement
Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for a face-to-face interview may be eligible to request partial reimbursement of travel expenses. Please contact the office of Human Resources for more information.

Position Funding
This position is offered contingent upon funding. GCCD reserves the right to extend, withdraw, and/or reopen this position at any time. Additional openings, for the same position, which become available prior to the end of the hiring process may be filled by qualified applicants that applied to this job announcement.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

GCCD values diversity and recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides meaningful role models for all students. Our hiring processes support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates.

Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws, GCC provides reasonable accommodation to all individuals throughout the recruitment process and during employment with the District.

To learn more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.

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