99988BR
Campus: Polytechnic
Grounds Crew Chief
Job Description
Facilities Development and Management, Polytechnic campus, Grounds Services, seeks a hands-on Grounds Crew Chief to supervise a crew in the maintenance of grounds and irrigation activities.
Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff:
- Flexible work schedules
- 22 days of vacation leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff
- World-class educational opportunities at deeply discounted rates for employees and eligible family members through its employee tuition reduction program. For more information go to https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition .
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
- Comprehensive and very affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits .
- Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
- Paid time for volunteer and professional development
- Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
- Disability and leave program for income protection
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
- ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships
Job Family
Custodial & Grounds
Department Name
FDM FM Polytechnic Grounds
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
VP Code
EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE
Grant Funded Position
This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.
Salary Range
$22.80 - $24.50 per hour or commensurate of experience and education. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.
Essential Duties
- Working Crew Chief assisting in a variety of landscape tasks.
- Coordination of tasks for various crews in the maintenance of landscape grounds and irrigation activities.
- Monitor work of subordinates.
- Supervise the clean-up and maintenance for special events and sporting activities (i.e. graduations, events, etc).
- Ensure adherence to safety regulations.
- Install and repair irrigation systems.
- Use grounds related chemicals utilizing a sprayer to disperse grounds chemicals including insecticides and herbicides.
- Trim and prune trees and shrubs.
- Rake leaves and mow lawns.
- Remove debris.
- Operate hand tools (e.g. loppers, rakes, shovels) and power lawn tools (e.g. chain saws, blowers, power hedge shears, string trimmers, edgers, aerators).
DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday; 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of grounds maintenance related work experience which includes one (1) year of lead experience; OR, Associate's degree in Horticulture or related field AND three (3) years of grounds maintenance related work experience which includes one year of lead experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in:
- General Tree and Turf care.
- Mowing, aerating, thatching and overseeding practices.
- Underground sprinkler repair and/or installation.
- Design and/or redesign of irrigation systems.
- Grounds maintenance in a university/higher education setting.
- Customer Service skills.
- TMA, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Demonstrated knowledge of:
- Principles of horticulture.
- Principles, practices, and/or techniques of grounds maintenance.
Evidence of effective communication skills.
Working Environment
Activities regularly require long periods of exposure to external elements indigenous to a desert environment, weather, potential exposure to venomous insects, insecticides, herbicides and fertilizers. Regularly required to operate a variety of landscaping equipment, tools, and machines requiring extended periods of walking over uneven and occasionally rocky surfaces, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and pushing objects of varying weights up to 50 pounds. Regular use of mowers, trimmers, edgers, shears, spreaders, hoses, hand and power tools/machines. May regularly operate a motor vehicle as assigned. Stand for long periods of time. Walk and inspect campus. Drive university vehicle/cart.
May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific processes to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure, and positive pressure respirator). Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.
Department Statement
ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.
Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.
This position is located at the ASU Polytechnic campus, 6045 S. Sagewood, Mesa, AZ
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. A Department of Motor Vehicle search will be conducted. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.
Must pass pre-employment audiogram exam post offer of employment.
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources .
Employment Verification Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
Work reference history information for 3 current and/or former supervisors will be requested at time of interview.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.
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