Grounds Turf Manager at University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma

Job Description:

The role of this position will be to perform the daily duties assigned by the director that are both scheduled and unscheduled. Responsibilities include, but not limited to mowing, trimming, edging, watering, aerifying, verticutting, topdressing, irrigation programing, painting, and other cultural practices.  Additionally, the person hired must demonstrate personal accountability, including compliance with the compliance staff directives and adherence to Athletics Department and University policies as well as NCAA and Conference rules and Regulations.  

Essential Functions:

• Mowing: Use of large reel and rotary type mowers to maintain playing fields and facilities


• Participates in routine grounds maintenance functions requiring some organizational skills


• Assists in planning daily gardening activities


• Performs routine tasks


• Responsible for such ground's maintenance tasks as planting, cultivating, fertilizing, mulching, trimming, mowing, seeding, sodding, weeding, and irrigating


• Operates landscape equipment


• Observes performance of subordinates to ensure safe and appropriate use of gardening tools and landscape equipment


• Ensures that trash and debris are removed from grounds and that trash receptacles are emptied


• Edges turf around flower, shrub, and ground cover beds and along sidewalks


• Uses portable sprayer to apply herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides


• Uses established safety practices to protect health and safety of personnel and property


• Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position

Required Education: None

Required Experience: 6 months landscape and grounds experience

Skills:

• Basic math skills


• Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions


• Uses tools or equipment in a manner requiring competence


• Communicates as required to exchange information and give simple instructions


• Performs simple record-keeping operations


• Knowledge of routine gardening procedures

Certifications: 

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire date.

Advertised Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Must be able to climb, crouch, reach, stand, engage in repetitive motions


• Exposure to physically demanding tasks such as heavy lifting of 100 lbs. or more


• Exposure to extreme temperature changes


• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including in the heat and cold


• Some overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays may be required


• May be designated as an essential position during emergency closures

Supervision:

• Potentially supervise students or temporary workers

Departmental Preferences:

• 1-2 years lawn, landscape, sports field, or golf course care


• High School Diploma or GED

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

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