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Posted: 10-Jan-25
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Internal Number: 98090-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
Job Overview
Perform technical grounds work and provides on-site coordination, quality control, repair & remodeling, and leadership of Grounds employees in work primarily related to the following areas: trees, woody plants, herbaceous plants, turf management, field preparation, debris and trash control, and hardscape work.
Essential Functions
- Act as foreperson from a designated area.
- Perform functional and administrative supervisory responsibilities for lower level classifications (up to 24 employees, which may include Grounds Maintenance Superintendent 1s and 2s).
- Assure that work is accomplished in the most efficient manner possible.
- Perform ?hands on? work as required.
- Meet with project managers, engineers, department heads, contractors, designers and higher-level management to coordinate activities (i.e., modifications or additions of area).
- Maintain inventory on equipment and supplies. Initiate requisitions to order supplies and/or equipment.
- Assist in preparing budget requests and ensure cost efficiency of area.
- Provide appropriate training including training employees in proper Grounds procedures in the use and maintenance of tools, equipment and vehicles for technical work and the technical aspects of installation, application, maintenance, and removal of plants and materials. Design and administers promotional, hands-on examinations.
- Maintain a library of technical information.
- Maintain shop and personnel files and records.
- May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED
Required Trainings/Certifications
- Commercial Applicator License is required to work in ground equipment/management; athletic field or horticulture areas in accordance with Ohio Revised Code 921.06 Ohio Department of Agriculture and Federal regulations.
- Valid driver?s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Must be able to lift 60-100 pounds and be able to demonstrate full range of motion for bending, stooping and lifting.
Required Experience
Four (4) years of relevant experience in a supervisory role and in appropriate area of practice; horticulture; ground equipment/management; athletic field; or special projects.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Bending - Often
- Climbing stairs/ladders - Often
- Crawling - Often
- Crouching - Often
- Hearing, listening - Often
- Kneeling, squatting - Often
- Lifting - over 50 pounds - Often
- Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
- Pulling, pushing - Often
- Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often
- Reaching overhead - Often
- Shoveling - Often
- Stooping - Often
- Standing - Often
- Walking - Often
- Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Seldom
- Sitting - Seldom
- Talking - Seldom
- Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
- Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
- Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
- Oils: There is air or skin exposure to POLS (Petroleum, Oil and Lubricants) or other cutting fluids.
- Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
Shift: Varies Starting Pay Rate: $26.36 per hour Post Probationary Rate: $27.67 per hour
Application Deadline:
Application Information
Candidacy for this role will be determined by:
- A COMPLETE APPLICATION: Your application MUST indicate material evidence of having the experience, skills, or education required for this position. Document all dates of employment, description of relevant duties, and employment status. The complete application will be the sole criteria used by Human Resources to determine eligibility, which is based on the minimum qualifications listed above.
- SUBJECTS AND WEIGHTS:
- TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Eligibility scores and rank will be determined by grading the applicant?s related work history and education.
- EXAMINATION: Application/resume will be reviewed by Human Resources to determine eligibility, which will be based on the minimum qualifications listed above. All qualifying applicants will be notified of the date and time of the written examination via email. Applicants that pass the written examination will be notified regarding next steps. All applicants must show valid photo identification to take the exam.
Do you have active passing test scores on file with HR for this job title? If you would like to qualify for this position using those test scores, upload a letter to the ?Additional Documents? section stating your name, address, test score, exam date, and expiration date.
Please note that the preferred method of communication is by email ? make sure we have an email on file that you regularly check.
Are you eligible to receive Ex-Veteran Credit? To receive additional credit for military service you must have a DD214 stating you received an Honorable Discharge and must send us a copy. To receive credit do one of the following:
- Upload a copy of the DD214 to the Additional Documents section of your application (a photo from your phone is acceptable).
- Within 3 days of the posting close date:
- email a copy to [email protected]
- fax a copy to 513-556-9652
- bring a copy to our office - University Hall, 51 Goodman Drive, Suite 340 (third floor).
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary for this role as described above.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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