Lead Groundsworker

Working Title: Lead Groundsworker

Classification Title: Lead Groundworker

Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday March 8 2026 @ 11:55pm PST

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 257 and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Manager of Grounds and Landscape the Lead Groundsworker is responsible for planning training and coordinating the work of grounds maintenance staff within University Housing Services Grounds Maintenance. This role includes inspecting completed tasks providing hands-on support and offering lead work direction to a team of up to 3 employees (1-Groundsworker 1-Gardening Specialist and 1-Student Assistant). Key responsibilities include maintaining the grounds surrounding residential facilities supporting safe and welcoming living environments and ensuring efficient high-quality execution of daily grounds operations.

The Lead Groundsworker upholds a culture of teamwork safety and service excellence in alignment with the Hornet Honor Code. This includes fostering respect and care in team interactions maintaining inclusive and accessible outdoor spaces for resident students and modeling integrity and pride in their work as part of the Sacramento State community.

FLSA:Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range:$3890 per month (Step 1) -$5555 per month (Step 19)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3890 per month (Step 1) -$5555 per month (Step 19)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range:1

Recruitment Type:Regular (Probationary)

Time Base:Full-Time

Work Hours:Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM with the ability to work irregular work shifts including weekends and holidays. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Facilities Management is the steward for the University buildings infrastructure grounds and landscape. We perform maintenance and renovation to facilities; plan and manage new building construction; support the Redefine the Possible initiative through our commitment to building a welcoming campus and by creating a dynamic physical environment for students faculty staff and the community. Facilities Management takes pride in being the stewards of Sacramento State Campus capital assets and invites you to join the dynamic team! For more information: Qualifications

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of methods materials and tools and equipment used in planting cultivating and caring for flowers shrubs lawns and trees. General knowledge of common plant diseases pests and weeds; approved methods and materials used in their control and eradication horticultural methods and materials; and planting and growing requirements of plants commonly grown in California.

Abilities:

Ability to lay out coordinate and oversee the work of others; provide training interpret policies and explain methods and procedures; inspect and evaluate the work of others; read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; and perform general gardening and grounds maintenance work.

Experience:

Two years of experience in planting cultivating and maintaining flowers and shrubs or in general grounds maintenance work.

License:

Some positions may require possession of a valid California drivers license.

RequiredQualifications

Knowledge Experience & Abilities:

1. Thorough knowledge of methods materials tools and equipment used in planting cultivating and caring for landscapes and grounds.
2. Experience with operating and maintaining equipment such as tractors riding mowers edgers weed trimmers and lining equipment.
3. Familiarity with PC applications such as word processing email spreadsheets and a computerized maintenance management system.
4. Knowledge and experience in repairs maintenance and operation of irrigation systems including computerized irrigation control systems.
5. State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicators Certificate Category Q.
6. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community.

Licenses:

1. Possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of good driving record.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs. maximum.
2. Ability to wear appropriate PPE.

Conditions of Employment

- Ability to complete the background check process.

PreferredQualifications

1. Three years of experience acting in a lead capacity for a Grounds Department in an institutional setting.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of good driving record.
• State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicators Certificate Category Q.

Documents Needed to Apply (2)

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Applicants will respond to the following supplemental question:

• Will you be able to provide a validdrivers license and maintenance of good drivers record
• Will you be able to provide aState of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicators Certificate Category Q

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching research scholarship and creative activity; justice diversity equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at .

Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.