Lead Grounds Keeping Maintenance Technician - East Falls

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Dec 18, 2024
Job Details The primary responsibility of all Facilities Staff is to work as a team to provide a safe, attractive, functional and efficient facility within which the campus community may grow and prosper. It should be understood that all plant employees, will at times, be assigned other duties within their capability aside from their designated area of expertise. This position works within the trade scope of grounds and other duties as assigned. Job Description Fleet maintenance -basic automotive repair knowledge and troubleshooting for gas, diesel, and electric vehicles. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotation, lubricate, battery swaps, etc. Mechanical intuition needed to understand various vehicle auxiliary attachments and their operation.(plows, brushes, buckets, forks, trenchers, etc) Clean vehicles inside and out to maintain a safe working environment and appearance. Small engines - working knowledge to troubleshoot/PM, diagnose, and repair equipment such as power washers, portable generators, leaf blowers, etc Grounds related work: Hard surface blow downs, leaf collection, storm sewer and storm water retention maintenance, green roof care, clears roofs, gutters and drains, exterior facade upkeep, trash and litter removal across 111 acres, snow removal, minor arbor related work, general agronomic tasks Should understand college sports field seasonal requirements. Supports Athletics and athletic related needs by, lining fields, setting up sports related equipment such as goals, bases, etc, inspects and maintains irrigations systems. Works closely with our 3rd party grounds contractor to support all agronomic tasks across campus to maintain our grounds matrix and specific levels of service. Cooperates and acts as a liaison with the foreman(s) of contracted grounds related activities Performs general maintenance/repairs on the following: bollards, fencing, exterior signage/banners, power washing, fountain cleaning, vehicles. Snow removal lead and is familiar with snow vehicles, equipment, and minor repairs; Maintains an understanding of grounds related chemicals; Cooperates with other university employees and related contractors to achieve the best possible results; Act as a crew leader for student help related to grounds; Submits orders for materials through department procedures; Maintains lockers, grounds shops, and storage areas in a safe manor protecting against fire; General Maintenance: Provides work order documentation feedback on trade and non-trade related tasks; Maintains a professional appearance; Maintains a positive customer attitude; University function support (special set-ups etc.); considered a designated employee (essential); ALL other duties as assigned; Interacts with students, co-workers, visitors, and other individuals consistent with the values of Thomas Jefferson University Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Primary Location Address 3243 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.