Lead Gardener - Buildings & Grounds Department (2026-27)

Lead Gardener - Buildings & Grounds Department (2026-27) Oakland Unified School District Buildings & Grounds - Oakland, California Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Oakland Unified School District Job Details Job ID: 5688770 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Yesterday Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Ref. PCN1179 TITLE: Lead, Gardener REPORTS TO: Assigned Supervisor DEPARTMENT: Buildings and Grounds CLASSIFICATION: Classified FLSA: Non-Exempt WORK YEAR/HOURS 261 days / 8.0 hours (FT) or as assigned ISSUED: Created: May 2010 SALARY GRADE: B&GR 4 BASIC FUNCTION : Under general supervision, oversee and perform skilled landscaping, gardening work and grounds maintenance. Provide work direction, and guidance to garden personnel. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES : (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements). E = Essential Functions Oversee planting, cultivation, trimming, pruning, watering, fertilizing, spraying, and propagation of ornamental plants, shrubs, hedges, trees, and flowers. E Prepare soil and seeds, fertilize, water, cut, trim and care for lawns using hand and power mowers and equipment. E Use appropriate treatment in keeping assigned areas free from pests and plant diseases. E Determine the need and replace old and diseased trees, plants and shrubs. E Rake leaves, hoe weeds, sweep walks, pick up papers, and perform general grounds maintenance work. E Operate and repair lawn sprinkler systems. E Operate irrigation time clocks. E Maintain hoses, supplies, tools and equipment in proper condition and repair. E Drive a District vehicle towing a self-service trailer. E Complete work assignments from plans, written orders, and oral instructions. E Work with all District employees, architecture, engineering employees, and outside contractors. E Provide work direction and guidance of garden personnel. E Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to: a high school diploma , and six years experience in general garden maintenance. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Driver's License Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Approved methods of planting, propagating and caring for hedges, trees, shrubs, lawn, and flowers Appropriate gardening materials, hand tools, and power equipment in cultivating and caring for lawns and landscaping Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures governing workscope Safety and Health Protection on the Job (OSHA Regulations) Safe working methods and procedures Technical aspects of field of specialty ABILITY TO: Recognize common plant diseases and insect pests and apply approved methods and materials in control and eradication Accurately estimate labor, time, and material Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing workscope Communicate effectively in English orally and in writing Understand and follow oral and written instructions Meet schedules and timelines Maintain routine records Complete work independently with minimal supervision Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships Provide work direction and guidance to garden personnel Observe all legal and District defensive driving practices WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT: Outdoor environment; driving a District vehicle to conduct work; seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions; working around and with machinery having moving parts; exposure to hazardous chemicals PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Consistent mental alertness and dexterity of fingers and both arms and hands to ensure safety and successful completion of essential functions; standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time; lifting and carrying light to moderately-heavy objects, occasionally more than 50 pounds; pushing and pulling exerting force to approximately 50 pounds, occasionally 50+ pounds; handling small to large-sized materials, equipment or items; climbing up and down ladders; bending and twisting at waist and neck; crouching and crawling; kneeling and bending at the waist; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; using hand and power tools; repetitive use of upper extremities; seeing to read, write, and to complete projects; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $65,921.90 to $76,494.60 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Buildings & Grounds Email: ... Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a Submission) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. 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