TSA - Facility Specialist - Grounds

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners•Tampa, FL

2d•$19 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Specialist - Grounds will be responsible to maintain the overall appearance and integrity of the facility, grounds, and landscaping to provide a superior experience to the tenants and guests of Raymond James Stadium. In addition, the Facility Specialist - Grounds shall follow the Authority operational policies and procedures designed to promote efficiency of operation, quality of service and a safe work environment.

Requirements

Minimum High School graduate or equivalent GED.
Five (5) years’ experience of grounds/landscaping maintenance.
Must obtain a limited lawn and ornamental spray license within twelve (12) months of start and maintain at all times.
Ability to demonstrate general knowledge of grounds keeping, landscaping, maintenance practices, equipment, systems, and services such as irrigation and chemical mixing.
General computer knowledge.
The Facility Specialist - Grounds shall be knowledgeable in all operational rules, procedures, and programs of the Operations Department
Position requires irregular schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; the performance of work assignments may not be directly related to job specifications. Adjustments of shifts, overtime, breaks, etc. may be required upon short notice.
Position requires ability to interact with fellow employees, clients, the general public and outside vendors in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner.
Maintain a high public image, positive attitude and demeanor when performing a service for tenants and the general public in and around the facilities.
Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift over 50 lbs. and work in non-conditioned environment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate hand tools, electrical, mechanical, and powered maintenance equipment including forklifts, high-lifts, and tractors.
Knowledge of horticulture maintenance, grounds, fertilizers, irrigation repairs, herbicides, and pesticide application techniques including safety requirements.
Knowledge of facility construction, maintenance, and repairs.

Nice To Haves

Ability to demonstrate a general knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance derived from a large public venue is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs planting, fertilizing, trimming, and mowing in and around Raymond James Stadium.
Polices facilities and grounds and collects, loads, and hauls trash and debris.
Performs repairs and maintains plumbing, irrigation, caulking, painting, brick and cement, HVAC, and carpentry work in and around Raymond James Stadium.
Provides event support and custodial services as directed.
Assists in directing the work of Assistant Facility Specialists, Lead Stadium Assistants and Stadium Assistants during assigned tasks.
Conduct regular facility inspections to review facility, grounds and equipment and shares findings and observations with departmental managers or coordinators to assist in maintaining a superior level of facility function, polish and efficiency, and review and recommend equipment needs, supplies and materials required to provide services to Authority and their clients.
Assist in the departmental participation in the creation and use of the automated preventive maintenance program/database.
Participate in meetings when necessary for conducting internal and external business. Participate in employee committees and staff meetings emphasizing team management, high morale, and quality service to Authority customers. Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings to share relevant information and gain feedback relating to methods to improve service to customers, both internal and external, and to ensure efficient operations of the facilities and grounds for events. Attendance and/or travel may be required for meetings or maintenance held off site.
Under supervision, coordinates work with operational service contractors, to include, but not limited to, irrigation, turf, painting, HVAC, carpentry, environmental agencies, pest and weed control, equipment rental, construction services, and other misc. trades who frequently service the facility and events.
Creates and codes requisitions as directed.
Keeps abreast of innovations, improvements in procedures, and developments within the operational aspects of our industry to seek better methods to improve efficiency, levels of service, personnel performance, and reducing operating costs.
Assists in providing a safe environment free of harassment for department employees and ensure compliance with all Authority policies, applicable OSHA standards and local, state, and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Uses computer terminal to enter and retrieve information and prepare reports.
Perform other duties, functions, special projects, and responsibilities, as assigned.