Athletics Groundskeeper , Intercollegiate Athletics

Athletics Groundskeeper (8098C), Intercollegiate Athletics - #84470 Departmental Overview

Intercollegiate Athletics (IA) at the University of California at Berkeley is responsible for 30 NCAA Division 1 sports programs and approximately 900 student athletes. The Facilities unit provides daily maintenance and operational support to coaches, staff, and participants in athletic programming. Additionally, the Facilities unit maintains a variety of sports venues and spectator facilities.

Under supervision, the Laborer/Gardener performs maintenance and related functions to athletic fields/venues in support of Athletic Department programs and activities. Scope includes traditional maintenance and repairs to athletic facilities and equipment as well as preventive maintenance at Athletic Department fields and sports venues. The Laborer/Gardener also provides significant support for student athletes, coaches, and spectators through a variety of general tasks related to home events, athletic equipment, and fan amenities.

The First Review Date for this job is: 03/12/2026.

• Handle trash/compost/recycle from public Garden bins, sweep areas as needed, pick up trash and debris.
• Unlocking/locking areas and facilities as needed.
• Assess and address accessibility concerns along common walkways and entries to buildings.
• Mow lawn, weed landscape beds, rake/blow outdoor landscaped areas, remove brush from Athletic Facilities.
• Provide assistance for sporting events including assisting in field preparation, moving equipment and tools.
• Support Grounds Supervisor with onsite projects as needed.
• Take down or clean-up of event venues. Assist in setups, moving furniture, etc.
• Other, as assigned by supervisor, including professional development.

• Basic understanding of grounds maintenance.
• Willingness to work outside, with your hands and perform manual labor.
• Able to carry 20-25 pounds.
• Willingness to learn about grounds maintenance and sports turf care.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.98 (Step
1) – $31.08 (Step 10). This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.

• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or…