Landscape and Grounds (Multiple Positions Available)

Job description

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. ‌ MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Team Lead, Landscape & Grounds Tech, Groundskeeper, Landscape Gardener, Off-Campus Landscape/Grounds Tech. Work as a team in maintaining the landscape & grounds in your zone in an effort to enhance the beauty of ACU. Basic Responsibilities A. Works as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or the Director of Landscape & Grounds B. Work as a team in maintaining the landscape & grounds in your zone in an effort to enhance the beauty of ACU C. Assist other trades & grounds personnel as needed in spirit of cooperation and team work D. Continue to develop & cross-train in a manner that will keep personnel up-to-date and safe Essential Duties A. Works as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or the Director of Landscape and Grounds 1. Follow established rules, policies, and procedures of the Landscape and Grounds Department and ACU 2. Order materials and supplies as needed for the completion of work orders 3. Fill out work orders and written reports daily 4. Display necessary work initiative to work alone or in groups B. Maintain the water quality, clean and monitor the mechanical parts of the fountains in the ACU landscape to the university’s standard C. Assist other trades and grounds personnel as needed in spirit of cooperation and team work D. Continue to develop and cross-train in a manner that will keep personnel up-to-date and safe: 1. Attend ACU approved, work-related training sessions 2. Clean and maintain equipment to extend the life of the equipment, and maintain resources of the University 3. Perform work in a safe manner Professional Development Requirements A. Skills 1. Knowledge of hand and power tools 2. Skilled in all areas of water quality and fountain/pool maintenance. B. Training Modules Required 1. Written and verbal communication skills 2. Must have basic safety training 3. Emphasize excellent customer relations and service Qualifications A. Professional 1. High school diploma or GED and five (5) years of hands-on experience with landscape, grass & interior plant materials 2. Or Associate degree in Horticulture B. Personal 1. Successful candidate must be honest, trustworthy, dependable, responsible, punctual, and have a good moral character and work ethic 2. Must submit to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check 3. Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license is a requirement of this job 4. Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check 5. Must be neat & clean in appearance at all times Physical Demands A. Good health & stamina to lift; carry & pull loads in excess of fifty (50) pounds B. Must be able to climb a ladder C. Must be able to work in extreme heat/cold weather conditions ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.