Job Opportunities

Position

Custodian/Groundskeeper, Part-Time

Department

Maintenance & Operations

Starting Salary

$19.70 to $21.75 hourly, dependent on education and experience

Initial Screening Date

04/13/2026

Preferred Start Date

05/01/2026

Details

Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) announces an opportunity to work in Maintenance and Operations as a part-time Custodian/Groundskeeper during the evening and on the weekend.

Hours are expected to be Tuesday through Friday, 6pm to 11pm; Saturday, 2:00pm to 11pm; hours may vary according to the needs of the program.

Facilities & Maintenance is committed to providing a safe, secure, healthful environment to all students, staff, and facility occupants. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in floor refinishing (strip/wax) and carpet cleaning.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for April 20, 2026 and are generally conducted by a committee of approximately 3 individuals. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. LTCC reserves the right to return to the applicant pool at any point during the recruitment process.

COMPENSATION:

Salary Range: LTCC offers a competitive compensation package that includes a starting placement salary of $19.70 to $21.75 hourly, dependent on education and experience. There is potential to reach $25.24 hourly, through step advancement plus longevity when appropriate. In addition to base salary, this position qualifies for extra bilingual (Spanish), masters or doctorate pay.

Benefits: LTCC also matches 27% of an eligible employee’s salary and contributes it into a CalPERS pension account for qualifying employees.

Work-Life Balance: LTCC provides a generous leave package including 17 paid holidays per year plus 6 days vacation (with the potential to reach over 12 days through years of service) and 8 days sick leave per year.

This position is 28 hours per week and 12 months per year, including summer and winter hours. Hours are expected to be Tuesday through Friday, 6pm to 11pm; Saturday, 2:00pm to 11pm; hours may vary according to the needs of the program. This position is eligible for overtime compensation (non-exempt).

LTCC’s Commitment to Diversity

Our ideal candidate will share and participate in LTCC’s commitment to the values of diversity and equity while serving its ethnically and socioeconomically diverse student population. Lake Tahoe Community College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the surrounding California and Nevada area.

Description

Definition:

Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance & Operations perform grounds, gardening and standard custodial work to clean and maintain buildings and grounds.

Representative Duties:

Maintain campus grounds; plant, water, cultivate, weed, fertilize, cut and trim lawns, shrubs, trees and flower beds; construct and maintain planter boxes and beds; install, maintain and repair sprinkler and irrigation systems; pick up trash; remove debris; remove snow from walkways, driveways and bike trails; remove ice pack.

Clean assigned area; clean restrooms; sweep, mop and wax floors; clean mirrors and windows; clean office areas; empty trash; move, arrange and clean office furniture; vacuum carpets and floors; perform basic maintenance; fix loose carpet, broken windows and doors and make adjustments to equipment as needed; report maintenance and repair problems to supervisor; store equipment and supplies.

Monitor walkways for unsafe conditions; clear hazards; operate trucks, snow plows, snow blowers and other snow removal equipment; open and secure buildings; walk through building; lock doors and windows; set alarms; assist with and set up special functions and events; assist other maintenance personnel as requested; deliver supplies and paper goods as needed; perform related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Education and Experience

Education and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to: two years groundskeeping experience.

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