Personnel
Position Descriptions
Plant Maintenance Supervisor
(Grade 18)
Policy Number: C.E.S.P. 12-32
Date Revised: 7-10-2006
Supersedes: 5-14-2001 |
Nature and Purpose
The Plant Maintenance Supervisor is a staff member of the
Cooperative Extension Service, University of Arkansas.
The Plant Maintenance Supervisor position involves
supervising all grounds personnel, proper lawn care, and maintaining inventory of lawn
supplies, spare parts for motor pool vehicles, and lawn equipment.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinates and assigns work and priorities for lawn care
personnel.
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Monitors job performance of plant maintenance
personnel and counsels as needed.
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Operates lawn equipment and tractor on a daily basis.
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Supervises the acquisition, distribution, storage, and
maintenance of supplies.
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Receives incoming shipments of supplies and equipment and
prepares documentation of damaged or incorrect shipments.
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Operates pick-up truck with trailer and other assigned
equipment.
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Delivers vehicles and equipment to the shop for repairs.
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Trains grounds personnel on policies and procedures; maintains ongoing training program.
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Performs maintenance on sprinkler system.
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Instructs and trains new personnel on the proper care and use of all assigned equipment.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Relationships
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Works under the supervision of the Director of Physical
Plant.
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Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
with superiors, associates, and clientele.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
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High school graduate (equivalency certificate acceptable).
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Three (3) years of experience in lawn care, including supervisory
responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Knowledge of state and federal procedures and standards on
the use of chemicals.
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Certification by the Plant Board on the use of all chemicals used in lawn care.
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Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures for lawn care equipment and supplies.
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Ability to make estimates on lawn needs.
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Ability to maintain complete records of inventory status.
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Ability to inspect and determine the need for equipment
repairs.
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Ability to perform frequent heavy lifting and climbing.
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Ability to supervise and manage activities.
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Ability to operate pick-up truck with trailer and various
lawn equipment (must have valid driver's license).
Approval
David E. Foster
Associate Vice President for Agriculture - Extension
December 1, 1999
The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally
protected status.
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