Grounds Maintenance Worker II

Promotional Opportunity (Open to Current VUSD Employees Only)

To fill a current vacancy, 8 hours per day, 12 months per year in the Facilities Services Department, and to establish an eligibility list to fill future vacancies. The eligibility list will remain in effect for six months.

If you are having difficulty applying online, you may contact the Applicant Support Line by phone at  Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, perform a variety of grounds maintenance and gardening duties in the beautification of assigned grounds, athletic fields and landscaped areas.

The Grounds Maintenance Worker II is the advanced‑level classification in the series and performs the more complex grounds maintenance duties including irrigation and grounds construction work. Incumbents assume lead responsibility over designated work projects. The Grounds Maintenance Worker I classification is the entry‑level classification in the series. Incumbents perform general grounds maintenance tasks and assist in major maintenance projects as assigned.

Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge and ability to perform the essential duties of the position. One (1) year of experience in more complex grounds maintenance duties including irrigation, grounds construction, grounds maintenance and gardening beautification.

Valid California driver’s license.

The examination process may include a multiple‑choice exam, performance assessment, computer skills exam or any combination of assessments appropriate to determine technical ability.

Applications will be evaluated and ranked according to criteria that most closely meets the needs of the department. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be emailed an examination pass after the closing date. A photo  examination pass are required for admittance to the exam.

Weighted 50%, tentatively scheduled for July 17, 2026. Test topics include grounds, equipment & procedures, safety, and human relations. A photo  required for admittance to the exam.

Weighted 50%, tentatively scheduled for July 22, 2026. All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list.

New hires may receive advanced step placement up to Step 5 based on experience and education. All new hires placed at Step 1 advance to Step 2 after successful completion of the six‑month probationary period. Longevity increments are offered for years of service: 1.20% at 4 years, 4.10% at 9 years, 7.08% at 14 years, 10.15% at 19 years, 13.31% at 24 years, 16.46% at 29 years.

For a description of benefits offered, please contact Classified Human Resources at  x. 1170.

Applications may be filed online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and must be submitted by the closing date indicated. Submitted applications should include all required supporting documentation.

• Employment verification documentation as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
• Submission to a tuberculosis risk assessment and, if required, a tuberculosis examination.
• Job‑related physical examination and satisfactory results may be required.
• Fingerprinting as required by state law; applicants with certain convictions must provide a conviction record statement.
• Eligible applicants must provide a current DMV report and/or proof of auto insurance before final selection interview for positions requiring a district vehicle or a valid California driver’s license.

The Governing Board is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, perception of these characteristics, or association with a person or group possessing such characteristics (BP 0410).