Groundskeeper

Overview

Land, Buildings and Real Estate, Stanford, California, United States. This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and governed by the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007.

Welcome to Land, Buildings & Real Estate

Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University’s physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, supporting the university’s teaching and research. The department emphasizes dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement, and strives to be the in-house service of choice since the University began. We provide a stewardship role in the proper care of all outdoor facilities and are prompt, efficient, and professional in appearance and duties.

We tailor our services and respond immediately to a diverse clientele.

The Mission The mission of the Stanford University Grounds Services Department is to provide a beautiful and safe outdoor experience for students, faculty, staff and visitors.

What You Will Do In This Role

You will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Under direction, employees in this classification perform a variety of groundskeeping duties. They receive assignments on a day-to-day or duty-by duty basis and are clearly instructed as to what to do, where and how.
• These employees practice safety procedures as directed. Standardized groundskeeping duties may be performed without direct supervision.
• Prepare beds for planting.
• Remove leaves and rubbish from grounds.
• Spray pesticides as directed.
• Weed small areas.
• Mow, cultivate, prune, plant, and fertilize plants; water shrubbery, ground cover, flowering plants and trees, etc.
• Operate walking power equipment or other power equipment.
• Adhere to safety rules.
• Other duties may also be assigned.

The Successful Candidate Will Embrace The Following

LBRE Core Values of Leadership, Exploration, Gratitude, Accountability, Community and You, in their management style. LBRE promotes a culture of trust and respect, where staff can be their authentic selves and feel they belong. We strive to create a community that draws upon a wide pool of talent from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

To Be Successful In This Role You Must Bring

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent required
• One-year experience in groundskeeping or a combination of equivalent education and work experience
• Demonstrated strong communications skills (both verbal and written). Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions given in English, either verbally or in writing
• Basic computer skills (email/calendaring) and use of smart phone
• Basic horticultural knowledge
• Valid California Non-commercial Class C license
• Horticultural industry related certification is preferred

Additional Information

Physical Requirements
:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License
• Ability to drive day or night
• Frequently stand/walk, twist/bend/stop/squat, grasp forcefully, shovel/rake/sweep, operate hand and/or foot controls and/or lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 10-40 pounds and 100 pounds with assistance
• Occasionally perform seated work, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other) reach/work above shoulders, perform work which require light/fine grasping
• Rarely, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, write by hand and/or sort/file paperwork or parts

Certificates And Licenses Required

• Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver’s License

Working Conditions

• Required to wear appropriate issued uniform
• Ability to work safely in all types of outside weather conditions
• May be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including holidays
• Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• May be exposed to noise greater than 80 dB TWA
• May be exposed to allergens, pollens, dust and fertilizers and pesticides

Work Standards

• When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford…