Groundskeeper IIJob ID: 13435Location: El Paso, TXFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularAbout UTEPThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.Position InformationHiring Department: FacilitiesPosting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 5/3/2025.Hours: up to 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 6:00am- 2:30pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.FLSA status: Non-exemptEarliest Start Date: As soon as possible.Salary: Commensurate with experience.Required Application Materials:• ResumeThe primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.Purpose of PositionAssists the grounds supervisor in providing technical knowledge and skills in planning, organizing, and directing the maintenance of grounds.Essential FunctionsInterprets and assigns work order requirements to personnel.Responsible for the maintenance and general beautification of all grounds including gardens, landscaped and xeriscaped areas, sports fields, and general cleanliness of parking lots, streets and hardscaped areas.Performs a variety of grounds maintenance work such as pruning, trimming, cavity filling, bracing and spraying trees, and shrubs.Inspects campus for landscaping needs and recommends addition/removal of grass, native plants, or rocks.Mows grass fields with mower and riding mover and applies fertilizer(s) with power sprayer.Determines the need for the use of herbicides and pesticides, prepares annual application schedules, and applies herbicides and pesticides.Trains personnel in herbicides and pesticides application.Sharpens tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, shears, and makes minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and snow removal equipment.Reports broken or leaking sprinklers.Works as a member of crews on seeding, planting and sodding in all sports fields; weeding, cutting and raking lawns; may work in greenhouse.Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment and vehicles.Performs preventative maintenance on grounds maintenance equipment.Ensures good housekeeping in shop and worksites.Performs activities of Groundskeepers I.Must be available on an “On Call” basis.Overtime may be required.Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.Complies with all State and University policies.Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Required Qualifications:Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED).andExperience: Three years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. May be required to operate light or heavy equipment.Additional InformationThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment to include: Steel toe and Non-slippery shoes, eye protection, ear protection, respirator or dust mask, back belt, hard hats, sunglasses, straw hat, rubber or leather gloves, cover all, face shield, and rubber boots.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and humid conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places and fumes or airborne particles.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become loud when using grounds maintenance equipmentIn keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at mailto:titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6184180jeid-eaec28267a7a6d418f240005a605135b