The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking an Irrigation Team Leader, to join its team.
The Work You Will Do
The Irrigation Team Leader serves as Team Leader responsible for leading and training a group of University irrigation specialists within a work unit. Assigns and oversees work of irrigation employees. Sets priorities and timelines. Assists in the Administration of the Pay for Skills Program. Trains irrigation
employees as needed. Performs advanced irrigation procedures. Coordinates work of irrigation and other trade employees and provides general project management for assigned projects. Assumes
leadership role in the absence of supervisor.
The Irrigation Team Leader:
Serves as team leader. Provides leadership and guidance to irrigation specialists. Assigns and oversees work of other irrigation employees. Sets priorities and timelines. Ensures timely completion of work within cost and quality constraints. Assumes leadership role in the absence of supervisor.
Trains and assists irrigation employees in a variety of skills and tasks. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training that would benefit employees.
Assists supervisor in administration of the Pay for Skills Program. Makes recommendations to management regarding disciplinary actions, pay raises, and promotions, as needed.
Identifies and reports needs for maintenance, replacement and/or repair.
Coordinates activities of irrigation employees and other trades to ensure timely and cost-effective job completion.
Reads and interprets blueprints for materials, layouts, etc. Monitors and inspects construction projects to ensure proper workmanship, standards and specifications.
Maintains all University irrigation systems.
Performs advanced irrigation procedures.
Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed.
Ensures compliance and implementation of city and state building codes and provides for safety of employees throughout duration of projects.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to âreport to dutyâ in accordance with the universityâs Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employeeâs departmentâs emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed.
Job Qualifications
All candidates for the position of Irrigation Team Leader must meet the following minimum qualifications:
High school or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of related experience
Extensive irrigation experience. Irrigation experience as a Journeyman/Senior Irrigation worker or Irrigation Specialist with progressive levels of leadership responsibility. Thorough knowledge of soils and plants. Demonstrated project management skills. Thorough comprehension of job components for irrigation projects, including other trades. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills. Through knowledge of city and building codes, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.
The hourly rate range for this position is $21.77 - $29.84. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limitedto) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidateâs work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
About USC FPM
FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.
Come and join the FPM team â a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!
Minimum Education: High School or EquivalentMinimum Experience: 5 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise: Extensive irrigation experience. Irrigation experience as a Journeyman/Senior Irrigation worker or Irrigation Specialist with progressive levels of leadership responsibility. Thorough knowledge of soils and plants. Demonstrated project management skills. Thorough comprehension of of job components for irrigation projects, including other trades. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills. Thorough knowledge of city and building codes, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.
USC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles but also in various US and global satellite locations.
As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.