Grounds Equipment Operator

Job Summary

Reporting to the assigned department leader, this role is responsible for maintaining the grounds of an assigned portion of the campus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements

• Cuts lawns, trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth; removes damaged leaves, branches, or twigs
• Cleans grounds and removes litter
• Plants trees and shrubs
• Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts
• Operates front-end loader and backhoe
• Makes minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower and spreader

Service Excellence

• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision

Works under the general supervision of the assigned department leader

Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements, or any equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled with operating motor driven equipment and mechanically inclined
• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships