Building and Grounds Supervisor supervises and trains building and grounds maintenance staff. Oversees landscaping activities, the maintenance of sidewalks and parking areas, and the removal of trash and snow. Being a Building and Grounds Supervisor maintains and monitors the operation of all utility systems such as heating, ventilating and air conditioning. May be responsible for the housekeeping staff. Additionally, Building and Grounds Supervisor, a level I supervisor is considered a working supervisor with little authority for personnel actions. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Basic functions include:
· Assist with the implementation of work zone safety procedures such as the placement of cones and signs, and the provision of flagging services.
· Assist climbers and crew leaders working on the ground and aloft.
· Operate and maintain chippers, chainsaws, and all other equipment safely.
· Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
· Learn and demonstrate high safety standards, sound tree risk assessment skills, equipment inspection skills, proper pruning and rigging skills, and implementation of tree felling procedures.
· Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor Arborist Representative, or Local Manager.
· Assists team members in the field to clear limbs and brush from the site, operating and feeding the woodchipper.
· Operate and care for chippers, chain saws, blowers, and various hand tools.
· Ensuring that all operations, job sites
Ensure safe operations:
· Conducts daily Safety Checklist and reviews with crew
· Conducts weekly Safety Tailgate Meetings with assigned crew
· Provides safety equipment and materials to laborers
· Enforces compliance with safety rules and strict adherence to safety policies and practices
Manage field operations including:
· Ongoing communication with clients and laborers
· Order material and equipment as needed to complete jobs
· Oversee watering of all plant materials on project until turned over to post-install maintenance
· Complete Vehicle Maintenance reports and submitting to Superintendent on weekly basis
· Maintain all assigned vehicles and equipment in proper working order
· Managing equipment standards (condition) and operation
· Assigning and monitoring completion of tasks by Crew Members within specified schedules for each job
· Completion and submission of required forms and reports
Follow company policies including:
· Proper use of personal protective equipment
· Safe operation of tools and equipment
· Basic care and maintenance of tools and equipment
· Maintaining and ensuring the proper and accurate recording of time worked for all laborers assigned to each job
· Reporting unsafe/damaged equipment to supervisor
· Reporting to assigned location(s) at required times
· Attend required meetings, including Foreman Safety Meetings and training sessions
Skills/Abilities – Ability to:
· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evenings, as required.
· Ability to operate various pieces of maintenance equipment, including service vehicle, trailer, and motorized landscape installation vehicles and equipment
· Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to complete work assignments correctly.
· Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employees.
· Knowledge of basic plant identification
· Read and write applicable instructions, plans, company communications, forms; Prefer English/Spanish bilingual ability
Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:
· 1 years of landscape, irrigation, general construction, and drainage experience or a combination of work experience and formal education in landscape construction, design or construction management
· Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
Knowledge of:
· Soil preparation techniques, treatments, and amendments
· Tree and shrub planting, care, pruning, trimming, staking, and guy wiring
· Proper usage and handling of chemicals and fertilizers
· Proper methods of mowing, edging, trimming, and weed abatement
· Color, ground cover, and vine planting and care
· Landscape design concepts, plant usage, and function
· Irrigation and drainage systems installation and trouble-shooting
· Installation and operation of valves and sprinkler heads
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
· Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
· Work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic
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· Work near or about natural bodies of water
· Work 8 hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (some overtime/weekend work required)
· Ability to work in extreme conditions – temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
· Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
· Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.
· Ability to bend, stoop and twist continuously throughout the day
· Ability to operate company vehicle (w/ valid driver’s license)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
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Schedule:
Work Location: In person
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