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University of Pittsburgh Grounds Supervisor in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Grounds Supervisor
Facilities Department consists of three main sub-groups, Grounds, Custodial and Maintenance.
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- Custodial in further subdivided into Academic and Residential Custodians.
- Maintenace Group includes Maintenance A, B, and C staff with C being entry level and A being the most skilled.
- The Grounds Group is responsible for maintaining and improving all the campus grounds year-round. This includes, but is not limited to:
- mowing grass, trimming bushes,
- cutting down and sawing up trees,
- planting trees, shrubs, flowers, mulching, etc.,
- various landscaping projects,
- Blowing and collecting leaves,
- preparing athletic fields for games,
- plowing and shoveling snow, salting roadways, walking paths, and steps, etc.
Job Summary
Organizes and inspects ground maintenance efforts in coordination with others. Supervises team and assists in coordinating all snow and ice management operations, special events, overtime activities, and athletic events. Maintains inventory and equipment upkeep, submits purchase requests, and maintains logs and records.
Essential Functions
Supervisory, organizational,
and communication skills. Technical expertise related to grounds management & athletic field management during all four seasons. A Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator's license is required thru the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Categories to include; 7 - Lawns & Turf, 6 - Ornamentals & Shade Trees, 23 - Parks & Schools. The supervisor is responsible for training & re-certifying all groundskeepers as Registered Technicians. The supervisor is responsible for updating all materials required by the PA Dept. of Agriculture.
Physical Effort
Position requires constant mobility in four season weather conditions. A broad variety of campus landscape conditions must be negotiated. Extensive walking, some climbing of ladders, and bending for work inspections can be expected.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Supervisor - Landscaping & Grounds Job Family: Campus Operations Job Sub Family: Facilities Campus: Johnstown Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No Work Schedule: Varies depending upon time of year and weather. Typically, 7am -3pm most of year. 6am -- 2pm during winter months. Occasionally, 5am -1pm during major snow events. The typical work week is Monday thru Friday, plus weekends when on-call. Work Arrangement: Varies depending upon time of year and weather. Typically, 7am -3pm most of year. 6am -- 2pm during winter months. Occasionally, 5am -1pm during major snow events. The typical work week is Monday thru Friday, plus weekends when on-call. Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required p ior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Cover Letter PI238296100