Landscape Technician
Sacramento, CA 
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Job Title Landscape Technician
Union Level
Department Physical Plant
Campus Sacramento
Posting Number 201303541P
Full or Part Time Full Time
Number of Months 12
Work Schedule
Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to various temperatures and weather elements. Work performed during standard business hours. Must be willing to work weekends and odd hours in emergency situations.
Position End Date
Open Date 01/31/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose
Under general supervision, the Landscape Technician will perform tasks relating to irrigation, chemical application, grounds, and other duties as assigned for the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law. The duties and assignments performed will require use of considerable independent judgement.
Essential Functions
  • Responsible for maintenance of lawns including mowing, edging and fertilizing.
  • Responsible for weeding and mulching landscape beds.
  • Trim small trees, hedges and shrubs and gauge water requirements so lawns, shrubs, trees are healthy. Remove unwanted, dead or damaged trees - could include consulting with vendors.
  • Responsible for Irrigation Management & Maintenance Systems (IMMS) program and scheduling. Perform irrigation work including watering gardens, lawns and landscape.
  • Replace and repair irrigation sprinklers, pipes, valves and controllers. Including troubleshooting irrigation problems, and installing new or re-designing sprinkler systems.
  • Program and maintain irrigation clocks and controllers.
  • Monitor and maintain plants healthy.
  • Perform maintenance of campus grounds, using small and large equipment and hand tools and oversee and assist crews.
  • Work on special projects and assist in special construction projects as required.
  • Perform minor repair of equipment.
  • Identify landscape pest problems, maintenance and/or repair needs.
  • Assist with set-up and tear-down of outdoor stages, tarps, tables and chairs.
  • Collaborate with departments in completing assigned tasks related to landscaping.
  • Display the necessary initiative and dependability to work alone or in groups.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Five (5) years of experience related to groundskeeping/landscaping.
  • Qualified Applicator License or Qualified Applicators Certificate through the Department of Pesticide Regulation.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Five (5) years of directly related irrigation experience.
  • Certified irrigation technician or certified water auditor.
  • Knowledge to maintain and operate small and large grounds equipment.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
  • Working knowledge of lawn maintenance, irrigation work and of lawn maintenance equipment use and repair.
  • Working knowledge of pest and diseases in landscape.
  • Ability to read and understand chemical labels.
  • Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
  • Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive 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.

Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. Extensive physical activity. Constant bending, walking, standing, lifting up to seventy (70) lbs, pushing or pulling up to seventy (70) lbs. Ability to climb a ladder. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Repetitive use of hands.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to various temperatures and weather elements. Work performed during standard business hours. Must be willing to work weekends and odd hours in emergency situations.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range $29.50 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

 

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Job Summary
Company
University of the Pacific
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
5 years
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