Supervisor Landscape Services - Facilities Management

Texas Woman’s University•Denton, TX

30d

About The Position

Performs supervisory work in the care and maintenance of Denton campus grounds, supports construction and maintenance activities. Provides support for all athletic fields planning, design and maintenance as necessary. Duties include the supervision and coordination of workers engaged in areas such as grounds equipment operations, landscape construction projects, tree trimming, pest control, street and road repair, sanding crew, and general grounds improvement maintenance. In addition to supervision of such, provides the skills necessary for pest control and for the extermination of rodents, insects and other pests in the TWU buildings or property for all campuses. Work is performed under general supervision of the Director of Physical Plant 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

High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education in specifically related area may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Training in landscape architecture, technical trades, licenses, and certifications preferred.
Five years’ experience related to grounds maintenance. Five years’ experience in pest control extermination and supervision of subordinates preferred. Job related vocational training or other education may be substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Must be able to attain SPCS Certified Applicator licensing within one (1) year of employment.
Valid Texas driver’s license and a safe driving record such as required to attain Driver’s Authorization through 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.
Thorough knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety rules necessary in general labor and maintenance work.
Knowledge of NCAA requirements for playing surfaces.
Specific knowledge of horticulture and arboriculture, landscape design and construction.
Knowledge in all areas of safe and effective pest control practices, poisons and use of chemicals.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations as determined by the Texas Structural Pest Control Board.
Knowledge of landscape and irrigation design.
Ability to plan the work of several crews involved in diverse activities.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with subordinates and others.
Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related University software and email.

Responsibilities

Assists with the planning, design and construction of seasonal horticultural displays as requested.
Supervises grounds employees to include performance evaluations, training plan, and provide in-service training for subordinates.
Assigns workers and crews to specific projects and tasks, oversees the quality and quantity of work produced.
Provides various required or needed training programs and safety guidelines to workers.
Maintains operating records and periodic progress reports on operations and projects.
Maintains safety of road surfaces and sidewalks during inclement weather.
Inventories and orders supplies and materials for operations as needed.
Assists Manager with specific responsibilities related to planning and estimating maintenance and repairs, alteration, and construction.
Coordinates and schedules all greenery and plans for special University related functions.
Inspects grounds, greenhouses, buildings, vehicles, and equipment for quality control and compliance with directives.
Mixes and stores, determines placement and location of bait, traps, and pesticides or poisons suitable for the extermination and in accordance with labels, Federal and State directives.
Applies pesticides in spray liquid, granular, dust, powder, or solid forms, in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency and Texas Structural Pest Control Board guidelines.
Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirator, and ability to wear such as required or requested.
Works on-call and follows emergency management protocols.
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.
Maintains all equipment in operating condition and cleans it after use.
Reports all deficiencies of equipment and other supplies to supervisor in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as requested.