Grounds Lead

Los Angeles, CA

Full Time

Academy Campus (Museum)

Mid Level

Department: Academy Campus (Museum)
Reports to: Associate Director, Facilities
Job Type: Full-time – Regular
Job Classification: Hourly (Non-exempt)
Workplace Location: Los Angeles – Academy Museum
Compensation: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Summary/Objective:
The Grounds Lead will assist with coordinating, monitoring, working, and leading assigned gardening and grounds maintenance activities.

This position will be represented by a union.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Perform tasks for the management of landscapes, including lawns, palm trees, small trees, groundcovers, shrubs and annual/perennial color displays.
Perform skilled grounds maintenance work involved in planting, cultivating, trimming, pruning, fertilizing and irrigating trees, shrubs, hedges and lawns; water lawns and plants by hand as needed.
Perform weed abatement and other grounds-related functions.
Operate groundskeeping power equipment as necessary.
Coordinate and assist with the clearing of trash and other debris.
Coordinate and participate in the maintenance of DG (decomposed granite), walkways, sidewalk, fences, and other areas.
Assist with special events set-up and breakdowns, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies:

A high school diploma or equivalent certificate of completion.
2+ years of grounds or maintenance-related experience.
Knowledge of grounds care techniques.
Knowledge of grounds equipment, maintenance, and safety procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and a positive and respectful attitude with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, and visitors.
Ability to operate grounds-related equipment and tools.
Ability to attend and participate in continuing educational programs.
Ability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays when needed.
A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Sprinkler system experience is a plus.
Knowledge of irrigation systems and maintenance is a plus.
Knowledge of proper caring for DG (decomposed granite) is a plus.

Physical Demands:

Ability to repeatedly move and transport up to 50 pounds.
Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods of time.
Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and heights.

Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture.

Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
Additional time off including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
Paid sick leave.
Paid parental leave.
401k retirement plan with a company match
Clean Air Commuter Program
Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning
Free Academy membership screenings
Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum
Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage

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