LANDSCAPE SUPERVISOR
Company: Home Instead Woodland Hills
Location: Detroit
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Landscape
Supervisor at its Detroit campus location.Wayne State is a premier,
public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit,
Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich,
high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence,
collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates
exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for
success in a global society.Essential functions (job duties):
POSITION PURPOSE
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position,
including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Supervise and train grounds maintenance employees engaged in
tending to the University's properties and snow removal.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assign and oversee the work of grounds maintenance employees
engaged in maintaining the University's outdoor properties and
providing relocation services. Direct the efforts of workers to cut
grass, trim trees, move furniture and equipment, plow snow and
perform landscaping; spot check work of subordinates to ensure
assignments are completed properly; instruct on special conditions
or projects which need attention; relay information or requests to
staff; motivate workers.
Train employees in the proper use of groundskeeping equipment and
supplies. Instruct new employees on methods, procedures and
policies; tour work area with employees and indicate duties and
responsibilities within each area; provide on-the-job training and
review to employees; operate groundskeeping equipment and vehicles
to provide instruction on use and upkeep; guide new staff through
daily routine to assure understanding of duties. Provide remedial
training and/or instruction on new supplies and equipment as
necessary; explain and enforce safety regulations.
Instruct, counsel, advise and interpret University policies,
procedures and work rules for employees. Address and settle
grievances as necessary; promote healthy work relationships;
interview job applicants; recommend appropriate personnel actions,
e.g. hire, termination, transfer, promotion, etc. of staff to
management; approve vacation; conduct performance evaluations,
discipline and training of subordinate personnel. Alert employees
of attendance policies and assure enforcement.
Coordinate special projects within work area. Alert proper
University personnel of work to be completed and its impact, if
any, on other work in the area; arrange for projects to be
completed so as to inconvenience as few operations, staff, students
and visitors as possible. Prepare accurate estimates of labor,
material and equipment costs for routine grounds maintenance and
special projects.
Maintain schedule for assigned staff. Approve vacation time so as
to allow for adequate coverage of work area; assign staff to handle
assigned areas for absent employees and work on projects; monitor
completion of staff's daily assignments and progress toward
completing projects; recommend changes as necessary. Order
equipment and supplies for use by staff and report status of
assigned projects.
All Grounds Supervisors are considered to be "Essential Personnel,"
and are required to report during a university emergency closure
period.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and/or
experience.
Possession and maintenance of valid Michigan vehicle operator's
license and satisfactory driving record as determined by University
policy.
Ability to follow and give instructions.
Ability to perform mathematical computations to estimate needs and
costs.
Ability to lift and/or move heavy groundskeeping supplies and
equipment.
Ability to transport, use and maintain the full range of
groundskeeping supplies and equipment, including hand and power
mowers, edgers, shovels, plows, sweepers, sprinklers, line markers,
etc.
Ability to work in varying environmental conditions utilizing the
appropriate precautions to ensure safety of self and others.
Some supervisory experience required.
State certification as a pesticide applicator required.
Considerable experience in grounds maintenance.
Must obtain security clearance.School/College/Division:Primary
department:Facilities Planning and ManagementEmployment type:
Working conditions:This position must be filled pursuant to the
provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be
filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.Job
openings:
Background check requirements:University policy requires certain
persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check,
including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you
are offered employment, the university will inform you if a
background check is required.Equal employment opportunity
statement:Wayne State University provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from
women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne
State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. COVID-19
vaccines are no longer required for students, faculty or staff,
except for students living in campus housing and those studying,
working or teaching in clinical settings.
Learn more at: -https://wayne.edu/coronavirus
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including
Disabled/Vets
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