Grounds Technician II

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking a Grounds Technician II for its CyFair campus. The role involves maintaining landscapes, operating riding mowers and power tools, and performing irrigation system work with minimal supervision.

You will support scheduling, assign tasks to grounds staff, and collaborate on campus-wide projects. A physical role with outdoor duties, requiring a valid Texas driver’s license and prior grounds experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience preferred.
• Must be able to understand and follow directions, and perform physically demanding grounds tasks.
• Valid Texas driver's license required; ability to travel between campuses may be needed.
• Experience operating riding mowers and power landscaping tools is expected.
• Preferred certifications in irrigation or pest control are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of irrigation systems and related equipment.
• Mow, edge, fertilize, and maintain landscaped areas across campus(s).
• Spray insecticides and treat plants for diseases and pests as needed.
• Assist in scheduling and supervising grounds crew as required.
• Coordinate with external contractors and ensure SOPs are followed across units.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Following directions

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Riding mower

Power clippers

Vacuum/blower

Job description

Job Title: Grounds Technician II
Location: LSC-CyFair
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 45094
Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Lone Star College consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433.

Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics management and sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an exciting learning environment that brings together state-of-the-art technology and active, collaborative learning.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Grounds Technician II provides advice and council to grounds crew employees on a day-to-day basis. Assists Leadership with scheduling and assigning employees. Performs basic grounds and landscaping maintenance using power driven tools and equipment, such as: mower, edger, power clippers, and vacuum/blower devices. Conducts general preventive/periodic maintenance of power equipment and tools. Performs external pest control of property. Work is performed with little supervision. Assist with schedules and assigns grounds maintenance activities related to the college campus exterior, parking lots and grounds.

This role works collaboratively across LSC campuses on special projects, recommend process improvement, and implement best practices in standard operating procedures (SOPs) across functional units.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance and installation of irrigation systems, as well as miscellaneous repairs to equipment and devices
2. Maintains landscaping and grounds of one or multiple Lone Star College campus(s). Using a riding power mower, mows, fertilize shrubs, trees and edges the lawn; Blows all sidewalks and parking areas to clear leaves, grass, etc.
3. Performs landscape general labor for planting
4. Routinely sprays insecticides, treats plants and trees for disease or insect infestation
5. Assists in scheduling and assigning work of grounds crew. May assume supervisory duties in absence of manager
6. Works collaboratively across LSC campuses on special projects, evaluate business strategies, recommend process improvement, and implement best practices in standard operating procedures (SOPs) across functional units
7. Provide directions to outside contractors performing ground services
8. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must be able to understand and follow directions given orally
• Physically capable of performing heavy lifting (50 pounds) and labor intensive work associated with grounds maintenance
• Capable of safely operating powered equipment, such as: riding mower, brush hog, tractor; and be able to determine which equipment to use for a particular purpose
• Knowledge of grounds keeping equipment experience
• Ability to read and understand blueprints

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Ability to perform labor intensive work associated with grounds maintenance

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes general grounds maintenance equipment such as mowers, blowers, etc.
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed primarily outdoors. Exposure to normal atmospheric conditions, dirt, dust, weather variables, etc. Lifting, trip hazard, and power tools/equipment safety precautions must be observed as necessary to carry out the duties of this position
• May regularly travel to different LSC locations
• May be fully reassigned to other LSC locations if necessary
• May need to work weekends and untraditional hours if necessary
• This position is classified as an essential employee, which means the individual may be required to report to work during college closures or emergencies to support recovery and reopening efforts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have valid Texas driver's license and be eligible for insurance coverage

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree or higher
• Experience in local terrain and climate horticulture
• TCEQ Irrigation Technician Certification, Landscape irrigator License, or equivalent certification
• Current Certified Applicator License from the Texas Department of Agriculture

Salary

Hiring salary range is: $38,761 - $44,575

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