Groundskeeper III - Facilities Management

Texas Woman’s University • Denton, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled activities in the care and culture of landscape; concrete and asphalt construction and maintenance; irrigation system care and repair; sign installation and maintenance. Work is performed under the supervision of the Supervisor of Grounds and Landscape Design and/or Foreperson and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license issued by the State of Texas and a safe driving record such as required to attain Driver’s Authorization from the university.
• Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.
• All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.
• Ability to direct and manage the work of others.
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions pertaining to job.
• Ability to keep records accurately.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to complete tasks (example: mixing, measuring and applying chemicals).
• Broad working knowledge of the practices, tools, materials and machines used in grounds maintenance operations.
• Ability to obtain or currently posses a non-commercial or private Chemical Applicators License (may be required for some positions/not applicable to all Groundskeeper III positions).
• Ability to operate various types of large machines and trucks used in grounds maintenance.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Some experience as a lead person.

Responsibilities

• Performs the same activities and tasks as a Groundskeeper I and II and those that require a higher level of skill and experience.
• Mixes and applies chemicals for fertilizing and weed and pest control, under direct supervision of a Licensed Applicator unless a valid chemical applicators license is possessed.
• Finishes concrete and asphalt using specialized tools and machines.
• Drives and operates large trucks used in the picking up and hauling of materials, equipment and trash.
• Operates heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes and other large tractors and equipment; follows appropriate safety procedures related to work performed.
• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.
• Determines the need for the repair on a large variety of equipment and machines and in grounds maintenance.
• Measures and marks playing areas and fields and places the equipment for various athletic activities.
• Performs other duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED