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Grounds & Nursery I

Salary

$3,589.00 Monthly

Location

Arapahoe County, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

GJA-002489 05/25

Department

Colorado Community College System

Opening Date

05/21/2025

Closing Date

5/30/2025 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

Colorado Community College System, 700 Boston Street, Aurora, CO

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Cruz Sarinana, [email protected], (720) 858-2245

Hiring Pay Rate

This position will begin at $3,589.00 per month. Position is eligible to receive shift differential pay for all applicable hours.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

GJA-002489 05/25; Facilities - Grounds

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) is the statewide pathway to individual achievement and economic vitality. We provide an accessible, responsive learning environment that facilitates the achievement of educational, professional and personal goals by our students and other members of our communities, and we foster an atmosphere that embraces academic excellence, diversity and innovation.

You will admire the friendly culture of our system office and be inspired by our team environment and dedicated employees. Additionally, we offer:

+ Generous annual and sick leave benefits; our employees stay because of the work/life balance they are able to obtain here.

+ Attractive health, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings options; we will also help you build your retirement savings via our defined benefit or defined contribution plans.

+ An opportunity to become a lifelong-learner and enjoy considerable savings for the college education of your dependents through our tuition reimbursement program.

Note: This position will work Monday - Friday from 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. but flexibility in work schedule is required to meet the needs of the department. An essential function of this position requires exertion of up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects (i.e. lifting equipment, pushing grounds equipment, removing snow, etc.). It also requires constant or frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching. Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communications and be able to read and comprehend written directions on labels, machinery and in manuals, etc. Also, must be able to interpret written directives, policies, guidelines and memos.

EMAIL ADDRESS: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via e-mail. Please include your current e-mail address on your application and set up your e-mail to accept messages from [email protected] and 'cccs.edu' addresses. If you do not have an email address, then you will receive correspondence via US mail.

Description of Job

This full-time position is located in the Facilities Department at Colorado Community College System. Primary duties and responsibilities include: expedite and ensure quality standards for cleaning, maintenance and beautification of campus facilities and grounds. Inspect and maintain facility equipment. Mow, rake and irrigate lawns; plant, transplant, spray and trim flowers, shrubs and small trees, apply pesticides and fertilizers for pest, weed and disease control. Determine appropriate time to cut and edge grass, trim bushes and trees, fertilize grass, trees and shrubs. Assist in the repair and maintenance of the sprinkler system which includes digging ditches and trenches. Perform minor fence repair and street and parking lot patching. Remove ice and snow from sidewalks, parking lot and grounds using small hand tools, shovels and small bladed vehicles. Operate a variety of manual tools and equipment to include tractors, plows, lifts, mowers, trimmers, edgers and other grounds care equipment. Move furniture and perform other duties as assigned. Work with co-workers, employees and the general public to accomplish daily tasks. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D8E1XXGROUNDS AND NURSERY I (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eSUtYVlNKR0wxcTg/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-NTUoi1eVJm2qC0bb3z1kVg)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

One year of grounds care/landscaping experience as the primary function of your job. Do not use "see resume" statements in application. Your application must be completed in detail, showing relevant experience in order to be considered. Part time experience will be prorated.

Substitutions: None.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license to independently drive company vehicles and equipment around the campus, pick up parts, etc. Must submit to and successfully complete a pre-employment background check to include a motor vehicle report (MVR) as a condition of hire. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from consideration for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide CCCS Office of Human Resources with an official disposition of the charges. Position is required to be available as early as 1:00 a. m. to perform snow removal and other duties during adverse weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of irrigation systems. Previous experience operating a wide variety of landscaping equipment such as an edger, gator, string trimmer and hedge trimmer. Experience in water management quality technology. Experience operating large deck mowers. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Team player. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written. Ability to multitask and be a self-starter. Basic computer skills to create memos, complete timesheets and leave requests, etc.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .

Supplemental Information

This posting may be used to fill one or more similar positions in the future.

Important Note To Applicants: Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your completed application.

CCCS recognizes the importance of a workforce that is reflective of our diverse student community. As such, we are interested in selecting the best candidate from a diverse applicant pool.

Comparative Analysis Process: Your employment application will be used to rate your training and experience and to determine your rank among the candidates for this position. Other forms of testing may include eSkill, oral board, written, etc. subject to change based on number of qualified applicants. It is, therefore, very important to fill out the application completely and to give a detailed description of your education and work experience. Your application and attachments should address the described duties, minimum, and preferred qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the Minimum Requirements section and that all required documents are included in the application packet (e.g. application, transcripts, licensure, supplemental questionnaire, etc.). Failure to include the required information by the application deadline will result in your rejection from consideration of the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations: Colorado Community College System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Laura DuClos, [email protected], 720-858-2449.

Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act: The Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. If you require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Laura DuClos, [email protected] , 720-858-2449.

Address Confidentiality Program: If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program as provided by Colorado Revised Statute (CRS) 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the Human Resources office or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. Mail. The extension allowed under this program applies only to U.S. Mail notifications that include a deadline of 10 days or less.

For information regarding Colorado Community College System Security, including crime statistics for the Lowry campus and surrounding area, please see the Lowry Campus Security website at: http://www.cccs.edu/Security/crimestats.html. For a hard copy report please contact 303-595-1638.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment background check to include a motor vehicle report (MVR) as a condition of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you currently possess a valid Colorado driver's license as required for this position?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Are you willing and able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Explain your grounds/landscaping experience as it relates to this position.

06

Explain the grounds/landscaping equipment you have experience operating.

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