Groundskeeper II

Groundskeeper II

Job ID: 12904
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

About the University of Texas at El Paso

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

College of Science

The University of Texas at El Paso's College of Science is committed to advancing scientific knowledge through research, innovation, and education. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge research, the college provides students with hands-on learning opportunities in fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, geosciences, and mathematical sciences. Our mission is to cultivate future leaders in science and technology, while contributing to the scientific and economic development of the border region and beyond.

Position Information

Hiring Department: College of Science

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours:40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $28,860 commensurate with experience

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.



Purpose of Position

Summary:Assists the grounds supervisor in providing technical knowledge and skills in planning, organizing, and directing the maintenance of grounds.

Note:The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and must be insurable as defined in the UT System UTS 157, as applicable to the performance of essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Park Manager in all aspects of Park operation and maintenance and public outreach, including:

• Vegetation management
• Operation and maintenance of water system
• Resource monitoring
• Facilities installation
• Facilities maintenance
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Interactions with park stakeholders

Interprets and assigns work order requirements to personnel.

Performs a variety of grounds maintenance work such as pruning, trimming, cavity filling, bracing and spraying trees, and shrubs.

Mows grass fields with mower and riding mover

Sharpens tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, shears, and makes minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and snow removal equipment.

Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment and vehicles.

Performs preventative maintenance on grounds maintenance equipment.

Ensures good housekeeping in shop and worksites.

Performs activities of Groundskeepers I.

Must be available to work onsite at Rio Bosque Wetlands Park. Must be available on some Saturdays.

Overtime may be required.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education required:High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Minimum Experience required: Three years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. May be required to operate light or heavy equipment. Irrigator certificate.

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment to include: Steel toe and Non-slippery shoes, eye protection, ear protection, respirator or dust mask, back belt, hard hats, sunglasses, straw hat, rubber or leather gloves, cover all, face shield, and rubber boots.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and humid conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become loud when using grounds maintenance equipment.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.


To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=12904&PostingSeq=1

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