Under the direct supervision of the Grounds Crew Leader, performs skilled grounds maintenance manual labor using a variety of power equipment, utility carts, tractors, light utility trucks and dump trucks.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates power mowers, tractors, light trucks, dump trucks, trailers, edgers, clippers and other handheld power tools used in the grounds maintenance industry
- Inspects and maintains equipment and machines following a preventative maintenance program
- Lays sod; waters grounds; rakes; picks up paper and other debris from assigned areas, installs landscaping and repairs roads
- Assists in the maintaining and set-up of various athletic fields for NCAA regulated play and intramural sporting events
- Maintains an effective working relationship, both inter and intra-departmentally
- Responds to building and grounds complaints, remedies problems and keeps constituents informed in a timely manner
- Effectively plans and performs in a multi-task environment and meets self or pre-imposed objectives and deadlines. Exercise the use of independent judgement
MINIMUM EDUCATION: HS Diploma or GED
Required Skills
- Effective oral and writing skills
- Ability to perform strenuous physical work in adverse environmental conditions
- Ability to work independently and maintain accurate data logs, records and information sheets
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with others
Required Experience
HS Diploma or GED; training courses directly related to the pest control and lawn & ornamental industry
Valid Florida Driver's license and insurable driving record
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the turf maintenance industry
Knowledge of occupational safety rules and practices
Skills in the operation of light trucks, tractors and mowing equipment
Salary Grade: 1