Groundskeeper, Lead (full-time) at Village Christian School
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Groundskeeper Lead provides hands-on leadership and daily oversight of campus landscaping and grounds maintenance operations. This position supervises the Grounds staff while actively performing landscaping duties to ensure that all green spaces, planter areas, irrigation systems, and exterior campus environments are safe, well-maintained, and visually appealing. The Groundskeeper Lead supports the mission of Village Christian School by maintaining a clean, orderly, and welcoming campus environment while modeling professionalism, teamwork, and Christian character.
Requirements / Qualifications
Formal education is not required; however, prior experience in landscaping, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance is strongly preferred. Lead or supervisory experience is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in operating landscaping equipment, including mower, edger, trimmer, and blower. A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required for operation of campus vehicles. Applicants must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing duties requiring bending, climbing ladders, prolonged standing, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. A commitment to Christian character and safe work practices is required.
Applicants must submit a completed employment application and resume reflecting relevant groundskeeping and leadership experience. Upon hire, employees must provide documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States (I-9), complete required background checks and Live Scan fingerprinting, and provide proof of licensure (Driver’s License). Additional documentation such as TB clearance and a signed faith statement may be required in accordance with school policy and state regulations.
Requirements / Qualifications
Formal education is not required; however, prior experience in landscaping, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance is strongly preferred. Lead or supervisory experience is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in operating landscaping equipment, including mower, edger, trimmer, and blower. A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required for operation of campus vehicles. Applicants must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing duties requiring bending, climbing ladders, prolonged standing, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. A commitment to Christian character and safe work practices is required.
Applicants must submit a completed employment application and resume reflecting relevant groundskeeping and leadership experience. Upon hire, employees must provide documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States (I-9), complete required background checks and Live Scan fingerprinting, and provide proof of licensure (Driver’s License). Additional documentation such as TB clearance and a signed faith statement may be required in accordance with school policy and state regulations.
Comments and Other Information
The Groundskeeper Lead supervises and schedules Grounds staff; assigns and coordinates daily tasks; trains employees on proper use of equipment; ensures safe work practices and appropriate use of PPE; maintains lawns, planters, shrubs, gutters, and drainage systems; assists with event setup; maintains and repairs irrigation systems; supports off-site facility upkeep; reports maintenance and safety concerns; and performs additional duties as assigned. The role requires leadership ability, sound judgment, attention to detail, safe equipment operation, flexibility for overtime or weekend work as needed, and alignment with the mission of Village Christian School.
This is a full-time, non-exempt, 12-month position with benefits.
Village Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to any protected basis under federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws applicable to Christian school employers. Applicants who need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department to discuss reasonable accommodation.
To apply, please follow the link to our school website to access the official employment application. Applicants must submit the required documents listed in the posting as part of the application process.
Comments and Other Information
The Groundskeeper Lead supervises and schedules Grounds staff; assigns and coordinates daily tasks; trains employees on proper use of equipment; ensures safe work practices and appropriate use of PPE; maintains lawns, planters, shrubs, gutters, and drainage systems; assists with event setup; maintains and repairs irrigation systems; supports off-site facility upkeep; reports maintenance and safety concerns; and performs additional duties as assigned. The role requires leadership ability, sound judgment, attention to detail, safe equipment operation, flexibility for overtime or weekend work as needed, and alignment with the mission of Village Christian School.
This is a full-time, non-exempt, 12-month position with benefits.
Village Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to any protected basis under federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws applicable to Christian school employers. Applicants who need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department to discuss reasonable accommodation.
To apply, please follow the link to our school website to access the official employment application. Applicants must submit the required documents listed in the posting as part of the application process.