Grounds Maintenance Technician
Salary
$4,177.25 Monthly
Location
Fairfield, CA
Job Type
Full Time Classified
Job Number
LOCAL39-GROUNDS MAIN-AUG 26
Department
Facilities
Opening Date
08/31/2026
Closing Date
9/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor, perform general grounds maintenance and gardening duties to ensure well maintained District grounds areas and athletic fields; perform related duties as assigned.
Board approved: 6/5/02
Responsibilities
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 6:00 AM-2:30 PM
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Plant, transplant, prune, verti-cut, top dress, de-thatch, seed, re-seed/re-sod, hedge, weed, rake, mow, aerate, fertilize, and water to maintain all landscaping to include trees, plants, shrubs, etc.; clean, pick-up and remove all trash, branches and other debris from walkways, culverts, stairways, roadways, planters, etc. from landscaping, drains, culverts, etc.; design and redesign new and existing landscaping. Inspect grounds for hazardous conditions and initiate corrective action.
- Diagnose various plants and turf infestations and diseases, taking the safest and most effective course of action to mitigate or eliminate the problem. Insure safe removal of large trees to include stump grinding and/or removal; control and dispose of rodent, non-venomous reptile, fowl and mammals.
- Design, re-design, layout new and existing irrigation systems; drain, flush, clear and repair water storage systems; calibrate, set and re-set irrigation control systems; install and maintain irrigation clocks.
- Mix, spray and apply appropriate pesticides to plants, shrubs, lawns and trees; set calibration on tank sprayers, drop spreaders, wheel driven spreaders and boom rigs; post and remove postings where pesticides are applied; and dispose of product containers per product instructions and applicable environmental laws, regulations and District policies and procedures; maintain records of pesticide application and usage and other records as required.
- Clean-up hazardous materials on roadways and/or parking lots; distribute and maintain refuse containers in District parking lot areas and outside classrooms for facility use.
- Use transit equipment to grade and place athletic markers and boundaries for athletic events; renovate athletic fields for game preparation and conditioning; prepare and renovate in the off-season; coordinate activities with athletic faculty to insure NCAA rules and regulations are followed; and control access to entrance gate during athletic events at football stadium.
- In the course of work operate utility equipment such as, backhoe, boom truck, tractor with rolling stock, box scraper, lawn sweeper, edger, trencher, auger, tiller, mower and other equipment used to maintain grounds. Operate underground utility locator equipment to locate underground problems with valves, pipes and irrigation system. Set-up traffic control cones and barricades in the performance of work when necessary. Ensure safety of staff and students while operating equipment and performing duties.
- Perform metal work, including grinding and cutting for modification and fabrication of groundskeeping equipment; perform operational checks and preventative maintenance on groundskeeping equipment including belts, lubrication, fluids, hoses, spark plugs, spark plug wires, oil, fuel, air filters, gaskets, and tires; diagnose repairs; and log oil usage.
- Maintain inventories and order supplies as needed, such as irrigation parts, pesticides, athletic paint, landscape plants, rock and soil amendments. Record and maintain supply purchases.
- Prepare, repair, and install fencing, paving materials for pathways and road repair, concrete and/or rock retaining walls and slab, wood, rock or concrete boarders.
- Transport district records; dispose of documents as appropriate.
- Move and assemble office furnishings as assigned.
- Set-up and tear down tables, chairs and other equipment for meetings or special events as assigned; assist on other special projects as assigned.
- Assist maintenance staff on maintenance projects or assignments as required; may perform general custodial duties, seasonally or incidental to grounds maintenance activities.
Secondary Functions:
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below including one year of responsible grounds maintenance experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate knowledge of:
- Irrigation system design and irrigation control systems and equipment.
- Methods, procedures, supplies and tools used in planting, cultivating and caring for flowers, trees, shrubs and lawns.
- Operation, use and care of hand and power grounds maintenance tools.
- Operation of large landscaping equipment techniques of roadway and sidewalk repair and upkeep.
- Methods of preparation of athletic fields.
- Techniques for safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Common plant and turf diseases, insect pests and approved methods/materials for control and eradication.
- Blueprint reading, knowledge and use.
- Record-keeping methods.
- Maintain knowledge of safe application techniques by attending pesticide applicators tracing seminar, as authorized and documenting training as required.
- Operate, maintain and perform preventative maintenance on a variety of grounds maintenance power equipment.
- Ensure safety of staff and students while operating equipment and performing duties.
- Install, repair, replace and clean irrigation systems.
- Mix and apply herbicides and pesticides to shrubs, lawns and trees.
- Maintain equipment, tools and equipment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
- Train and provide work direction to student or temporary workers as assigned.
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.
- Demonstrate a sensitivity to relate to persons with diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including the disabled.
- Observe health and safety rules and regulations.
- Follow oral and written directions.
- Read, and write sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.
- Function as a member of a team.
- Meet schedules and timelines.
- Calibrate various pieces of equipment.
Language Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, labels, application regulations and procedures.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to present simple and routine information in one-on-one situations to students, staff or the public.
Mathematical Skills:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
- Ability to perform these operations using units of weight and volume measurement to mix chemicals.
- Ability to calculate area and distance.
Reasoning Ability:
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to diagnose and correct malfunctions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration:
- Valid California drivers license.
- Must possess or obtain a Certified Commercial Applicator License/Ornamental and Turf issued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture within one year of employment and update as appropriate.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative 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.
- While performing the duties outlined in this classification, employees in this classification are regularly required to stand and sit for long periods of time; walk at a normal pace for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb ladders to heights of 10 feet or more; bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch; speak clearly enough to discuss work with co-workers or supervisor; and hear and understand voices to receive directions; maneuver around high, narrow or crowded spaces.
- Employees assigned to this classification must regularly lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 75 pounds and frequently lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 110 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required for positions in this classification include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); and the ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The work assigned to this classification is typically performed in an outdoor environment. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes from and skin contact with toxic or caustic chemicals, effects of the sun, adverse weather conditions, pollen and dust or other airborne particles. The work environment is noisy.
Summary of Benefits
Local 39/Full-Time Classified
- New hires have 30 days from date of hire to enroll in benefit plans, benefits start the first of the month following date of hire.
Health/Medical
Dental
- Delta Dental is our dental insurance provider.
- District covers 100%
- Employee only, employee + 1, or family
- PPO plan (to obtain a copy of the SCC policy, please contact HR)
- $2,700 annual maximum (in-network); $2,500 annual maximum (out-of-network)
- To find a Delta Dental provider, please visit: https://www1.deltadentalins.com/
- It is strongly recommended to set up an account to print cards, view benefits/claims. It will ask for "Enrollee ID." Enter your SSN.
Vision
VSPis our vision insurance provider.
- District covers 100%
- Employee only, employee + 1, or family
- To find an eye care provider, please visit: www.vsp.com
- It is strongly recommended to set up an account to view benefits/claims and other eye care information.
- At your appointment, there is no ID card necessary. Tell them you have VSP and give them your SSN. Dependents are covered under your name.
Life Insurance
The Hartfordis our group term life insurance provider.
- District covers 100%
- $10,000 Basic Term Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (to obtain a copy of the SCC policy, please contact HR)
- Benefit available to current/active employees only
- Additional life insurance can be purchased directly through The Hartford (employee paid)
Employment Assistance Program
(EAP)
Optum is our EAP provider.
District covers 100%
Available to all employees; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Services are confidential and include, but are not limited to:
Face to Face Counseling & Virtual VIsits
Self Care - On-demand help for stress, anxiety and depression.
Work Life Services.
Financial, Legal & ID Theft Services
To log in and view services provided to you, please visit: www.liveandworkwell.com (company code - wise)
24/7/365 access to support 1-866-248-4096
Voluntary Retirement Savings
- SchoolsFirst retirement planning offers a variety of voluntary supplemental retirement savings plans including CalPERS 457 Supplemental retirement plans exclusively for school employees. They're designed to supplement your CalPERS pension and help bridge the gap between what your pension will provide and what you'll need in retirement
- Contribution limits are set by the IRS annually.
Other Voluntary Benefits
- American Fidelity is our assurance company provider.
- Flexible spending accounts (Section 125 plans) - allows you to deduct the cost of eligible benefits from gross earnings before taxes.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance - SCC employees do not pay into state disability
- Other insurance options available
- SCC has an American Fidelity representative
- If interested in any insurance options provided by American Fidelity, please let HR know and we will ask our rep to contact you.
Paid Leave
- Local 39 Classified earn 8 hours of sick leave per month (Unused sick leave rolls over each year.)
- Local 39 Classified earn 8 hours of emergency leave per year; 8 hours accrued at beginning of academic year (July) (Unused emergency leave does not roll over.)
- Local 39 Classified earn 10 hours vacation per month.
Employer Solano Community College
Address 4000 Suisun Valley Road
Fairfield, California, 94534-3197
Phone 707-864-7128
Website http://www.solano.edu