Lead Grounds Equipment Operator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Christian University is seeking a Grounds Equipment Operator to maintain landscape and hardscape by operating commercial landscaping equipment. The role requires performing daily duties with focus on equipment maintenance and safety.

The position involves leading a work team, coordinating with facilities staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations while managing inventory and executing assigned tasks on campus.

Qualifications

• Some formal education required.
• 3 years of experience in care of plants, trees, and lawns, including knowledge of operations and repair of ground equipment.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license and be insurable under university vehicle requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a post-offer physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Operates commercial landscaping equipment to maintain landscape and hardscape.
• Develops, constructs, repairs and maintains landscape projects.
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots equipment malfunctions.
• Maintains supplies inventory and orders as needed.
• Ensures compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Documents actions and communicates needs to team to ensure continuity.
• Acts as functional lead for landscaping equipment and related tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of landscaping techniques

Safety regulations

Basic arithmetic

Customer service

Equipment operation and repair

Verbal communication

Education

Some formal education

Job description

Texas Christian University is seeking a Grounds Equipment Operator to maintain landscape and hardscape by operating commercial landscaping equipment. The role requires performing daily duties with focus on equipment maintenance and safety.

The position involves leading a work team, coordinating with facilities staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations while managing inventory and executing assigned tasks on campus.