DESCRIPTION

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 campus procure-to-pay systems 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 Computerized Maintenance 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 maintenance problems 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. Maintain tools 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 Southern California 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; roto-tillers 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 assigments.

• Ability to use problem-solving skills and sound judgement.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas and information orally, in writing and electronically in a manner which is clear and concise.

• Ability to understand and apply University and Departmental policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates competency and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• Ability to model and advocate UCSD Principles of Community.

• Basic experience using standard computer systems and applications including Microsoft Office Suite, computerized maintenance management (work order) systems, such as Maximo, electronic mail and web based applications.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

• DMV and DOJ/FBI background check clearances required prior to employment.

• Must be physically able to perform all essential functions.

• May be required to work overtime as operationally necessary.