Grounds Crew Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Grounds Crew Leader

Employee Classification: Grounds Crew Leader

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Facilities

Department: UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $36,336

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at

Department Summary

First impressions matter! As the department of first impressions, the Grounds department is essential to project the correct image of the University’s longevity, culture, and priorities. Here at UNT, we Mean Green, and we strive to show that in how we as a department tend to our campus. A well-maintained grounds provides social, economic, and environmental benefits to the university, the students, the faculty and staff, and the surrounding community. Grounds maintenance professionals create safe, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing landscapes with these goals at the forefront of all we do.

Position Overview

The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Grounds Crew Leader to join our team.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
* Supervises and works with crew to ensure all assigned areas and tasks are completed properly and according to the schedule.
* Ensure all safety and proper horticultural practices are followed.
* Supervises and participates in mowing, trimming, edging, hand weeding, digging, planting, pruning, trash detail, and all other landscape related tasks.
* Takes proactive measures in addressing problem areas, including making plans, asking for assistance from other teams, and reporting to Grounds Supervisor or Grounds Manager.
* Completes all required paperwork in a timely manner, including labor reports, daily completion reports, mileage forms, and others as required.
* Properly maintains grounds vehicles and equipment and promptly reports problems requiring repair.
* Participates on inclement weather team for ice and snow removal.
* Ensures that crew properly follows all break times, lunch times, and work schedules.
* Trains and supervises new and inexperienced crew members including students.
* Other duties as assigned.

** This position is considered to be essential personnel, and may require working overtime, which could include nights and weekends as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of related experience, with experience in a lead or supervisory role; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
* Ability to keep records and complete forms accurately.
* Ability to direct and manage the work of others.
* Ability to apply mathematical concepts to complete tasks (example: measuring).
* Physical ability to perform work involving standing, stooping, operating equipment, and lifting.
* Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
* At least two years of previous grounds maintenance related experience.
* At least one year of leadership experience.
* At least two years of experience working as part of a team.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.

Job Duties

• Supervises and works with crew to ensure all assigned areas and tasks are completed properly and according to the schedule. Ensures that crew members properly follow all break times, and work schedules. 
• Trains new and inexperienced crew members, including students, in horticulture practices, mowing, and safety. 
• Completes all required paperwork in a timely manner, including labor reports, daily completions reports, mileage forms, and others as required. 
• Ensures all safety and proper horticultural practices are followed. 
• Supervises and assists grounds personnel in the removal of snow and ice from walks and roadways when necessary. 
• Promotes Facilities core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
• Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment. 
• Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance 
• Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments. 

Physical Requirements

Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.Operating machinery and/or power tools.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Operating machinery and/or power tools.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

Elevated temperatures.
Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
Low temperatures.
Noisy environments.
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.

Work Schedule

Monday - Thursday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm or Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.