Grounds maintenance worker Jobs in Pasadena, CA

Department:

• Academy Campus (Museum) Reports to: Associate Director, Facilities Job Type: Full-time – Regular Job Classification: Hourly (Non-exempt) Workplace Location: Los Angeles – Academy Museum Compensation: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour Summary/Objective: The Grounds Lead will assist with coordinating, monitoring, working, and leading assigned gardening and grounds maintenance activities. This position will be represented by a union.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Perform tasks for the management of landscapes, including lawns, palm trees, small trees, groundcovers, shrubs and annual/perennial color displays.
• Perform skilled grounds maintenance work involved in planting, cultivating, trimming, pruning, fertilizing and irrigating trees, shrubs, hedges and lawns; water lawns and plants by hand as needed.
• Perform weed abatement and other grounds-related functions.
• Operate groundskeeping power equipment as necessary.
• Coordinate and assist with the clearing of trash and other debris.
• Coordinate and participate in the maintenance of DG (decomposed granite), walkways, sidewalk, fences, and other areas.
• Assist with special events set-up and breakdowns, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies:

• A high school diploma or equivalent certificate of completion. 2+ years of grounds or maintenance-related experience.
• Knowledge of grounds care techniques.
• Knowledge of grounds equipment, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and a positive and respectful attitude with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, and visitors. Ability to operate grounds-related equipment and tools.
• Ability to attend and participate in continuing educational programs.
• Ability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays when needed.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sprinkler system experience is a plus.

Knowledge of irrigation systems and maintenance is a plus. Knowledge of proper caring for DG (decomposed granite) is a plus. Physical Demands:

• Ability to repeatedly move and transport up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and heights.

Required Vaccination:

• Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture . Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
• Additional time off including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid parental leave. 401k retirement plan with a company match Clean Air Commuter Program Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
• Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
• Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning Free Academy membership screenings Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage @museumLI Powered by JazzHR