What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper position at Tarrant County College?
F006010 Position Status Full Time Grant Funded No Category Plant Operations Class Code 66 Starting Pay $34,424 Special Note Location Northeast Department DT Physical Plant Job Summary
Groundskeeper is responsible for the upkeep and appearance of outdoor areas by performing groundskeeping tasks. This entry-level position reports to the Campus Lead Groundskeeper under the supervision of the Campus Facility Manager.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Performance Requirements*
Service Excellence
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
- Performs tasks to maintain the grounds and landscapes
- Ability to safely handle/operate grounds vehicle/equipment and grounds keeping tools
- Follows written or verbal directions or specifications
- Removes trash and debris from public areas and performs inspection of grounds regularly
- Transports trash or debris to designated central collection location on a daily basis
- Removes snow, ice, or debris from walkways, driveways, parking lots, and spreads salt in those areas to prevent slip, trip, and fall accidents
- Follows planned landscape designs for specific designated grounds keeping tasks
- Performs irrigation maintenance
- Performs proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, water features, or other grounds features
- Performs furniture, fixture, and equipment (FFE) transfers
- Assists with both indoor and outdoor event set up and tear down
- Completes work orders as assigned
- Wears appropriate safety items and protective clothing.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned
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
- 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.
- High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Six (6) months groundskeeping experience
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Prior experience with the operation of fork-lifts and tractors
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
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Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Special Instructions Summary Posted 03/22/2024
Posting Contact Summary
Should you have questions specific to this position please contact the following individual
Contact
Cathy Moore
cathy.moore-685@tccd.edu
Salary : $34,424
