Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader

CHESS•Farmington, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the work of a crew of personnel engaged in the maintenance and repairs of campus grounds, landscaping, equipment and roadway areas in coordination with the Grounds Supervisor.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years experience or service.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of New Mexico for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of grounds maintenance and management principles and practices.
Knowledge of grounds equipment operation, maintenance and repair principles.
Knowledge of irrigation system installation, maintenance and repair principles.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
Skill in the operation of snow removal equipment.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Responsibilities

Participates in and oversees completion of weekly and daily work assignments for crew members and keeps crew on track as requested by the Supervisor.
Inspects and monitors irrigation system, turf areas, trees and shrubs for maintenance and repair needs.
Obtains a Public Pesticide applicators license through the New Mexico Department of Agriculture and maintains the license throughout employment.
Assists and completes work orders as assigned by the supervisor.
Calculates amounts and applies pesticides and herbicides.
Programs, monitors and inspects irrigation systems; repairs irrigation system as needed.
Operates grounds maintenance and snow removal equipment as needed.
Oversees and participates in snow and ice removal during regular operation hours and if needed after hours.
Supervises equipment usage and maintenance; coordinates and performs repairs as needed.
Weeds, mulches, fertilizes, sprays (pesticides/herbicides), mows and trims lawns; rakes leaves; operates mowers and string trimmers to trim and edge grounds.
Performs greenhouse duties; plants seeds and transplants seedlings; and performs other greenhouse duties as required by the supervisor.
Supervises and assists in the collection and removal of trash.
Responds to after-hours emergencies.
Assists in preparations, all post operations and clean up for special events.
Trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates and disciplines personnel.
Performs related duties.