Under the direction of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, perform a variety of grounds maintenance duties on District grounds such as mowing, trimming, watering and cleaning landscaped areas, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems, application of fertilizers and herbicides and preparation of athletic fields; maintain parking lots and roadways. Performs other related duties as may be assigned
KNOWLEDGE OF:
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Methods, equipment and materials used in a variety of grounds maintenance, such as irrigation system installation, maintenance and repair, chemical control of insects, pests and weeds and general grounds maintenance.
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Mowing, edging and other basic grounds maintenance procedures.
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Renovation and turf reconditioning techniques and procedures.
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Cultivating, watering, fertilizing and spraying of trees, grass, shrubs and flowers.
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General health and safety procedures related to grounds maintenance.
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Requirements of maintaining school grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
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Basic recordkeeping related to work performed.
ABILITY TO:
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Perform a variety of grounds maintenance duties, such as irrigation system maintenance and repair, chemical application of insecticides and pesticides.
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Perform general grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, raking, trimming and weeding.
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Maintain and repair sprinkler systems.
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Read, understand and update blueprints and schematics of irrigation systems.
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Use assigned or recommended methods for the control and eradication of pests, insects and weeds.
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Operate and maintain a variety of grounds maintenance machines, equipment and power and hand tools.
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Comply with appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
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Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
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Work cooperatively with others. Maintain routine records.
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Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS: Co-workers, other departmental staff, supervisors, faculty, and student workers.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate various tools and equipment in the grounds maintenance trade.
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Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, sitting, lifting 50 to 100 pounds.
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Walking and standing for extended periods of time.
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Operate manual and power tools.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Outdoor environment.
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Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
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Seasonal heat and cold and adverse weather conditions.
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Pollen. Indoor and outdoor environment.
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Exposure to pesticides and a variety of other chemicals.
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Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
APPLICATION PROCESS - PLEASE READ
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.
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Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for.
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It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration.
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
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Application
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Current resume
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Letter of Intent (Cover Letter)
Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by September 10, 2026.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722-6311.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.
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