At least 10 years of experience in an institutional setting where fine gardening is practiced.
Bilingual skills in Spanish and English.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
A California driver's license with fewer than three DMV points.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions and on uneven terrain.
Ability to organize daily work and instruct team members to complete assigned work.
Proficient knowledge of irrigation control and distribution systems.
Advanced knowledge of landscape construction techniques and maintenance.
Ability to communicate via radio and phone.
Ability to communicate basic information in writing and understand written communication.
Basic computer skills with office software and email applications, and demonstrated experience with irrigation control and distribution systems.
Demonstrated skills and/or certificate or licensing in one or more of the following areas: arboriculture, pesticide handling and application, heavy equipment operation, lift operation, tractor operation, irrigation management, general horticulture including soil/water relationships, plant identification, turf management, wildfire fuel management and regulations, and safe work practices.
Responsibilities
Oversee and direct one or more teams to complete grounds maintenance activities.
Ensure standards for safety and workmanship are met.
Assist the supervisor with planning, estimation, problem solving, labor coordination, and reporting.
Coordinate equipment, supplies, and general logistics between teams.
Assist team leads and supervisors with planning and scheduling regular and specialized gardens and grounds maintenance activities.
Assist the supervisor with information gathering and planning.
Report problems and issues and assist with resolution.
Maintain regular contact with the Facilities help desk and other staff.
May assist the team with hands-on production work.
Demonstrate work and provide training to subordinates and teams.
Desired Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
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Job Summary
Oversees and directs one or more teams to complete grounds maintenance activities. Assures standards for safety and workmanship are met. Assists Supervisor with planning, estimation, problem solving, labor coordination and reporting.
Major Job Responsibilities
Assures equipment and supplies as well as general logistics are coordinated between teams
Assists team leads and supervisors with planning and scheduling regular and specialized gardens and grounds maintenance activities
Assists supervisor in information gathering and planning
Reports problems and issues and assists with resolution
Maintains regular contact with the Facilities help desk and other staff
May assist team with hands-on production work
Demonstrates work and provides training to subordinates and teams
Qualifications
High school or GED preferred
10+ years experience in an institutional setting where fine gardening is practiced
Bi-lingual skills in Spanish and English
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds
Requires a California driver's license with fewer than three DMV points
Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions
Must be able to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions as well as uneven terrain
Demonstrated ability to organize daily work and instruct team members to complete work assigned
Proficient knowledge of irrigation control and distribution systems
Advanced knowledge of landscape construction techniques and maintenance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate via radio and phone
Ability to communicate basic information in writing as well as understand written communication
Basic computer skills with office software and email applications and demonstrated experience with irrigation control and distribution systems
Must have demonstrated skills and/or certificate, licensing in one or more of the following areas: arboriculture, pesticide handling and application, heavy equipment operation, lift operation, tractor operation, irrigation management, general horticulture including soil/water relationships, plant identification, turf management, wildfire fuel management and regulations, and safe work practices
Benefits and Perks
Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.