Job Details

Grounds Maintenance Leader - Project/Landscape Crew

Position Number: 6962760
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Facilities Management

Grounds Maintenance Leader - Project/Landscape Crew
Lubbock
43909BR
Grounds Maintenance

Position Description
Supervises and directs work involving direction of the activities of grounds keeping employees and particiapting in moderately heavy manual work. Supervises ten or more employees. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to hazardous equipment.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Major/Essential Functions

Perform related duties as required to support departmental operations.
Plan, schedule, and assign work activities based on priorities, available resources, equipment, and employee skill levels.
Develop, implement, and evaluate maintenance policies, procedures, and operational standards.
Conduct or arrange training for employees in safety practices, equipment operation, repair, maintenance techniques, and established procedures.
Monitor employee productivity and performance; provide coaching, counseling, and guidance to address work related issues and skill deficiencies.
Recommend or initiate personnel actions, including hiring, promotion, transfer, discipline, or termination, in accordance with policy.
Serve as essential personnel, including availability for on-call emergency maintenance and campus preparation during inclement or hazardous weather conditions.

Required Qualifications
Completion of high school or the equivalent, preferably including courses in Spanish. Three years experience in grounds maintenance, including experience in equipment operation and gardening techniques.

This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Class A Commercial Drivers License.
Have knowledge and experience in landscaping construction techniques.

Pay Range
$21.39 - $27.84 - $34.23

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.