HIGHLIGHTS

This position will perform key, lead responsibilities in maintaining the appearance and conditions of grounds, roads, walkways, athletic fields and parking lots. The ideal candidate will:

-Operate various pieces of light to heavy equipment associated with grounds operations.
-Properly maintain assigned areas according to landscape and turf maintenance guidelines.
-Conduct pesticide, herbicide and other chemical applications as necessary.
-Serve as the assistant to the Head Grounds Supervisor.
-Participate in the training and hiring of co-workers.
-Be responsible for assigning and monitoring the work of others.
-Assist with construction projects, stakeouts, digs and repairs.
-Perform lead responsibilities and assist with establishing operational priorities for snow removal.

DIVISION OPERATING NEEDS
We are looking for candidates that:
-Should be able to understand and follow instructions, and read, write and communicate verbally.
-Must have a record of dependability and past work performance, including satisfactory time and attendance record.
-Must possess computer skills adequate to work with computerized maintenance management systems and other computerized applications as assigned.
-Must be able to perform medium to heavy manual labor.
-Must possess the appropriate certification or successfully obtain the appropriate certification (before the end of probation) to apply pesticides, herbicides and other treatments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-Non-competitive: Two years of experience and/or training in grounds maintenance work; or one year as a Grounds Worker.*

*When required to operate a motor vehicle, applicants must possess a valid New York State drivers license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
*As determined by the State agency or campus, some positions may be required to possess appropriate license or certification to apply pesticides, herbicides and other treatments.

This position is supervised by the Head Grounds Supervisor, SG-14. Incumbent is expected to function with considerable independence.

This position will supervise two Construction Equipment Operators, SG-08 and three Laborers, SG-06.

Function 1: Maintenance.

-Maintain assigned areas according to SUNY Geneseo landscape and turf maintenance guidelines.
-Demonstrate proficiency in various horticultural practices such as planting and staking, pruning, irrigating, weeding, mulching, soil nutrient analysis and fertilization, and integrated pest management.
-Demonstrate proficiency in practices specifically related to turf, such as turf renovation, seeding and sodding, mowing and trimming, and aerification.
-Be familiar with common plant identification growth habits and cultural requirements, and monitor plant materials for disease, pests and other stress factors.
-Assist in developing plans for landscape improvements.
-Conduct pesticide, herbicide and other chemical applications as necessary.
-Perform trash litter and leaf collection and disposal.
-Maintain roads, walkways and parking lots.
-Remove snow and ice from walkways, and plow campus roads and parking lots.
-Maintain athletic fields and grass fields.

Function 2: Supervision.

-Assign and monitor the work of others.
-Schedule and assign work crew to specific jobs and spot-check work to ensure that instructions are followed, that work is progressing according to schedule, and that materials and equipment are being used properly.
-Provide training to staff by demonstrating proper use of equipment and materials, and assist in the performance of certain tasks.

Function 3: Equipment operation and maintenance.

-Safely operate and maintain hand and power equipment, including saws and chain saws, lawnmowers, shovels, various tree pruning equipment, and snow blowers.
-Operate riding lawnmowers and light to heavy duty vehicles or equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, and tree trimming and removal equipment.
-Perform pre-operating checks and routine PMs.
-Participate in equipment operations training.
-Use personal protective equipment as required.