Title: Groundskeeper

Department: DT Physical Plant

Campus Location: Southeast Campus

Employee Classification: POP - Plant Operations

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No 

Pay Frequency: Semi-monthly

Compensation Details:  Starting Pay - $37,900

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 3:00pm

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant: This posting will be utilized to fill two (2) positions

Job Summary:

This role is responsible for maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, safety, and functionality of College grounds, landscapes, and outdoor facilities through routine groundskeeping and landscape maintenance activities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Performance Requirements*
⦁ Performs tasks and completes work orders to maintain the grounds and landscapes
⦁ Follows written or verbal directions or specifications, including planned landscape designs
⦁ Removes and transports trash and debris from public areas to designated collection locations and performs regular inspections of grounds
⦁ Removes snow, ice, or debris from walkways, driveways, and parking lots and spreads salt in those areas to prevent slip, trip, and fall accidents
⦁ Performs upkeep and maintenance of irrigation systems, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, water features, and other grounds features
⦁ Assists with indoor and outdoor event set up and tear down
⦁ Wears appropriate safety items and protective clothing

Service Excellence
⦁ Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
⦁ Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
⦁ Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the assigned department leader

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

⦁ High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
⦁ One (1) year’s working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements
⦁ Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and proof of insurance

Preferred Qualifications:

⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience performing the essential performance requirements on a college, university, or similar campus or facility
⦁ At least one (1) year’s working experience operating fork-lifts, zero turn mowers, and tractors
⦁ At least one (1) year’s working experience in the application of pesticides

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

⦁ Knowledge of local regulations pertaining to grounds maintenance
⦁ Knowledge of installation techniques for pavers, timbers, rocks, and other hardscaping materials
⦁ Knowledge of horticulture, including plant identification and care, soil health, weed identification, and pest control
⦁ Skilled in customer service and interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication
⦁ Ability to safely handle and operate grounds vehicles, equipment, and groundskeeping tools
⦁ Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works outdoors in various weather conditions, occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to the regular use of power tools and machinery and may require the use of personal protective equipment.

Accommodation/EEO Statement:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.