Job Information
Texas State University Supervisor, Grounds Operations in San Marcos, Texas
Posting Information
Posting Number2024719
Posting/Functional TitleSupervisor, Grounds Operations
University Pay Plan TitleSupv, Grounds Operations
LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentGrounds and Waste Management Operations
Recruitment TypeOpen to All
Job TypeFull-Time
Funding SourcePermanent
Monthly Salary$4,230 - $4,324.78
Job CategoryNon-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Knowledge of:
Cultural management of turf and plant materials
Landscape maintenance equipment guidelines.
Policies, and laws related to chemical usage; usage of materials, equipment, and tools related to grounds maintenance.
Safety practices and procedures related to grounds maintenance including OSHA and SDS information.
Skill in:
Supervising staff and interacting with others departments; addressing customer concerns.
Effectively directing the work of others and motivate output.
Prioritizing workload; problem solving and decision making.
Ability to:
Read and understand technical materials, laws and regulations, and chemical labels.
Maintain records; complete work orders, process purchase requests, monitor shop budget.
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to prioritize and schedule work.
Perform basic math; use measuring devices; review time sheets, interpret policies and procedures to staff, and communicate concerns to management.
Prepare and conduct training for staff; establish and maintain a filing system.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with hiring, promoting and disciplinary actions of staff.
Experience with committee participation.
Job Description
Responsible for supervising crews in the provision of an attractive, safe, and well maintained landscape by the use of tools and machinery.
Job Duties
Responsible for supervising mowing/beds crew in daily maintenance of campus turf/beds areas and litter control.
Daily inspection of campus to identify campus landscape needs. Schedule/prioritize weekly, monthly, and long-range work including routine work and special events.
Provide crews with clear and specific assigned duties.
Provide quality control of staff performance.
Monitor and Manage employee time.
Ensure that all employees are properly trained in all aspects of normal duties, and all employees attend required training.
Provide Safety training.
Identify safety hazards and mitigate or inform appropriate shops.
Manage resources used to maintain grounds in an efficient, effective, and professional manner.
Provide employees with needed materials, equipment, and PPE .
Map, database, describe, and locate irrigation systems and ground areas using computer and GIS software.
Help maintain turf/beds by mowing, trimming, fertilizing, weeding, pruning, applying pesticides, monitoring irrigation.
Inspect grounds/irrigation systems and work in progress.
General clean up and preparation of campus for events, move-in, move-out, commencement,
football, tailgating, and other events, before and after.
Create work orders and assign them to staff.
Assist other crews to help with workload.
Help staff with computer data entry, time entry, Performance Management.
Schedule vehicles and equipment repairs with the garage and outside vendors.
Make pesticide applications.
Maintain Pesticide Applicator’s license.
Maintain TDA applicator records.
Coordinate with outside vendors/contractors.
Locate/contact potential vendors/contractors.
Coordinate work with other shops.
Coordinate work with other departments on campus.
Track work hours, chemical use, and other items.
Order equipment, supplies, and material needs.
Schedule irrigation.
Support crews in their work with materials, personnel needs, and special requests.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date08/28/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until FilledYes
Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start7:00AM
Normal Work Hours End4:00PM
Posting NoticesApplicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49227
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