University of California San Diego
Location
La Jolla, CA | United States
Job description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 3/8/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 3/19/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
Under general supervision, assist in the scheduling, assigning and coordination of the work of one or more teams of Landscape Technicians. Assist with determining duties; utilization of materials and equipment; development of work methods. Inspect work assignments for quality control and completion of tasks. Receive equipment and supply requests from crew. Process requests through Marketplace for purchases up to $5,000. Pick up and deliver supplies. Maintain equipment and supply records. Verify electronic submitted time and material records in timekeeping and ComputerizedMaintenance Management Systems for accuracy. Maintain accurate records for Landscape Services projects. Write, submit or call in landscape maintenance work orders to Facilities Management (FM) Service Desk and report any maintenanceproblems or urgent to Superintendent. Operate a variety of hand and power tools such as: mowers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, line trimmers, chain saws, rakes, shovels, hoes, brooms and other related landscape maintenance tools. Maintaintools and equipment in clean and safe working order. Uses assigned tools and power equipment in a safe and prescribed manner, avoiding injury, misuse, breakage or loss. Trim, mow, edge, fertilize, renovate and aerate turf areas; irrigate, feed, and mulch around trees, shrubs and hedges; trim and prune small trees, shrubs and hedges. Weed, prune, hedge, rake, blow, sweep, mulch and fertilize landscaped areas.
Demonstrated experience in landscape maintenance work including knowledge of methods, tools, materials and related equipment. At least two years recent and direct experience working as a Landscape Technician or Groundskeeper at a University, College, Hospital, Municipality, and/or other large commercial facility or a combination of education and experience.
Experience prioritizing, coordinating and directing the work of a landscape maintenance team at a University, College, Hospital, Municipality, and/or other large commercial facility.
Demonstrated experience maintaining plant material; solid understanding of their cultural requirements, pests and diseases, and ability to identify undesirable plant material.
Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing irrigation systems utilizing recognized standards, guidelines, applications and practices. Demonstrated experience creating irrigation schedules and programming irrigation controllers based on horticultural and water conservation principles.
Experience safely operating, maintaining and cleaning commonly used landscape maintenance equipment and tools such as but not limited to: mower, edger, blower, hedge trimmer, line trimmer, chain saw, rake, shovel, hoe, broom, and other related landscape maintenance equipment and tools. Experience in the operation of trenchers; aerators; tractors; rototillers and other commonly used power driven landscape maintenance equipment.
Experience using various computer software programs like email, internet, word processing and databases. Ability to transfer information and figures into report format. Written and computer skills must be sufficient to complete basic forms, logs, reports and email correspondence.
Ability and skill to evaluate own work and documentation for completion and accuracy of data.
Ability to provide excellent customer service and interact in a positive manner within a multi-cultural environment.
Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, and electronically. Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Demonstrated ability to train and instruct a diverse workforce utilizing strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
Skill to establish and implement short and medium range landscape maintenance plans.
Ability to be flexible and constantly adjust to changing priorities.
Ability to follow through and carry out assignments.
Ability to use problem-solving skills and sound judgement.
Must possess and maintain valid California driver license and participate in the DMV Pull Notice Program.
DOJ/FBI/DMV background checks and clearances required prior to hire.
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About University of California San Diego
UC San Diego is an academic powerhouse and economic engine, recognized as one of the top 8 public universities by U.S. News and World Report. Innovation is central to who we are and what we do. Here, students learn that knowledge isn't just acquired in the classroom - life is their laboratory. UC San Diego's rich academic portfolio includes six undergraduate colleges, five academic divisions and five graduate and professional schools. The university's award-winning scholars are experts at the forefront of their fields with an impressive track record for achieving scientific, medical and technological breakthroughs.
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