Job Details

Grounds Heavy Equipment Operator

Position Number: CM-190-2021
Department: Grounds
Job Category:
Time (Percent Time): 100%
Term (months/year): 12 Months/Year
Current Work Schedule (days, hours): Monday - Friday 4:30am - 1:00pm
Salary Range: B-46
Salary: Steps 1-6: $ 4,014 - $5,109
Shift Differential: Shift differential eligibility based on the current collective bargaining agreement.
Open Date: 05/25/2022
Initial Screening Date: 06/20/2022
Open Until Filled: Yes

Application Procedure:
Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; however, applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. (PT) on the listed Initial Screening Date are assured consideration.

Applicants must submit all of the following materials online, unless otherwise noted, at Mt.SAC Employment Website to be considered for this position:

1. A Mt. San Antonio College online application.
2. A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.
3. A detailed rsum that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.
4. If applicable, College and/or university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree are required and must be submitted with the online application by all applicants, including current or former employees of the college, to demonstrate that the required educational qualifications are met. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application; however, copies of diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.
5. Optional - Three letters of recommendation that reflect relevant experience (do not use social media or professional networks as a means to provide letters of recommendation). Confidential letters of recommendation are not allowed for this position.

Health & Welfare:
Mt. San Antonio College offers a competitive and excellent benefits package providing medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees and their dependents. Lifetime medical benefits are also available for eligible retirees.

The College contributes an annual premium up to the family coverage amount for Kaiser Permanente $15 office visit medical, DeltaCare HMO dental, VSP vision and life insurance plans for eligible employees.

The District participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) retirement programs, and National Benefit Services.

*Note: Salary and Health & Welfare Benefits are subject to change. Please visit the Mt. San Antonio College Benefits Website for further information.

Basic Function/Overview:
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision, operates a variety of light-to heavy-duty equipment involved in the maintenance, modification, repair, and operation of District grounds; prepares and maintains the District's athletic fields and other surrounding athletic complexes; and performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance of campus grounds, athletic fields, and other surrounding complexes. SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from the Supervisor, Grounds. May provide technical and functional direction to other staff as required. May provide oversight and mentoring to staff helpers, substitutes, hourlies, volunteers, or newly hired staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a full journey-level position responsible for operation of grounds heavy equipment that performs technical duties required to ensure that District grounds, sports fields, and facilities provide the highest level of safety for public and staff use. Incumbents in these positions receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This position classification is distinguished from the Grounds and Horticultural Technician series in that this position is primarily responsible for operating specialized heavy grounds equipment and performing tasks related to grounds maintenance on an as-needed basis; whereas, the Grounds and Horticultural Technician classifications are primarily focused on performing tasks related to the ongoing maintenance of campus grounds and athletic fields.

Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:
1. Safely operates a variety of light- to heavy-duty equipment used in grounds maintenance such as complex hydraulic riding mowers, skip loaders, street sweepers, aerial lifts, bucket truck, boom lift backhoes, tractor mounted with large turf-care attachments, utility vehicles, dump trucks, and trenchers.
2. Prepares, maintains, and renovates athletic fields, golfing greens, and practice areas; mows, aerates, topdresses, seeds, lays sod, vacuums, and verticuts as needed.
3. Safely operates a variety of power and hand tools such as line trimmers, mowers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and chain saws.
4. Inspects equipment for safety before and after each use, performs minor preventative maintenance and minor repairs on grounds and heavy-duty equipment; assures proper lubrication of grounds equipment and checks all fluid levels.
5. Performs a variety of landscape and grounds maintenance duties, including planting, mowing, pruning, and maintaining turf, trees, shrubs, and plants; performs weed abatement.
6. Measure, layout, chalk, paint, and makes other preparations for athletic fields in accordance with specific sport specifications and requirements.
7. Safely applies pesticide, herbicide and other pest management treatments; applies fertilizers to turf and landscaped areas.
8. Estimates amounts of time and materials; provides recommendations regarding needed parts and supplies.
9. Maintains work and material records and/or equipment log.
10. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
11. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.
12. Provides needed information on how to perform certain work tasks to new employees.
13. Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Other Duties:
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:
1. Material, tools including principles, practices and methods used in preparation of golf greens and sports turf maintenance.
2. Materials, tools including principles, practices and methods used in grounds maintenance.
3. Safe operation and routine maintenance of light- to heavy-duty equipment such as truck/dump trucks, street sweepers, turf tractors and attachments i.e. Aerifier, vertical cutters, slicers, seeders, turf vac. and a variety of mechanized turf and landscape equipment, skip loaders, backhoe, complex riding mowers, and power tools.
4. Proper use and applications of a variety of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
5. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
6. Occupational hazards, safety equipment and practices related to the work.
7. Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment, basic record-keeping, and arithmetic.
8. Safe work and driving practices. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
9. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, students, and District staff, including individuals of various ages, disabilities, socio-economic and ethnic groups.

Skills and Abilities:
1. Perform a variety of complex technical tasks in the preparation and maintenance of the District grounds and athletic fields.
2. Skillfully and safely operate a variety of light- to heavy-duty equipment and power and hand tools used in campus grounds and athletic sports field maintenance.
3. Perform basic preventative maintenance of equipment and tools.
4. Troubleshoot maintenance problems and estimate materials, supplies and costs, required for repairs and maintenance projects.
5. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
6. Understand and follow written and verbal directions, instructions and safety rules and procedures.
7. Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
8. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
9. Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
10. Operate a truck, and observe legal and defensive driving practices.
11. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
12. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
13. Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions.
14. Review situations accurately and determine appropriate course of action using judgment according to established policies and procedures.
15. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications/Education & Experience:


Equivalencies:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications is listed in the Minimum Qualifications section.

Preferred Qualifications:


License(s) & Other Requirements:


Examination Requirements:


Working Environment:
Employees work in the field and/or facilities and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in the field as well as around various District facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves field work requiring frequent walking at landscape site areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb to perform work and inspect work sites; lift, move, and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 75 50 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Hazards:
Employees work with and around sharp and heavy moving machinery, parts and/or attachments, heights (i.e. latters, boom trucks, lifts), dust, falling debris, broken glass, chemical irritants, loud noise, extreme heat exposure from machinery components, operating on uneven or slippery surfaces, fumes, vapors, flammable liquids, wildlife, and dead animals.

Conditions of Employment:
Official offers of employment are made by Mt. San Antonio College Human Resources and are made contingent upon Board approval. It is also required that a final offer of employment will only be made after the candidate has successfully been live-scanned and clearance for employment is authorized by Human Resources. Costs for live-scan services shall be borne by the candidate.

Notice to all prospective employees - The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Administrative Procedure 3518, titled Child Abuse Reporting, as a condition of employment.

As required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Mt. San Antonio Community College Annual Security Report is available here: Mt. SAC Annual Security Report.

The person holding this position is considered a Responsible Employee under Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 and is required to report to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator all relevant details reported to him or her about an incident of alleged sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence and stalking.

Typing Certificate Requirements:


Special Notes:
A confirmation number will be assigned when your application packet indicates the supplemental questions have been answered and a document has been attached to each required link. Assistance with the online application process is available through Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources: (909) 274-4225. E-mail: employment@mtsac.edu.

DO NOT include photographs or any personal information (e.g. D.O.B, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents.

TRAVEL POLICY : Costs associated with travel in excess of 150 miles one way from residence for the purpose of an interview will be reimbursed up to a $500 maximum (per position recruitment). Relocation costs will be borne by the successful candidate. Travel reimbursement claims must be submitted no later than 30 days following the interview date.

THE MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE DISTRICT WILL NOT SPONSOR ANY VISA APPLICATIONS.

Foreign Transcripts:
Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline. Accredited evaluation agencies can be found on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Website.

Inquiries/Contact:
Human Resources
1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399.
Phone: (909) 274-4225
E-mail: employment@mtsac.edu

Selection Procedure:
A committee will evaluate applications, taking into account breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Interviews may include a writing sample, committee presentation, and/or performance test. The start date will be following Board approval and receipt of live scan clearance.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be guaranteed consideration, it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received before the initial screening date and time indicated on the job posting. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. All application materials will become College property, will not be returned, and will not be copied. Please visit our employment website at Mt. SAC Employment Website to complete and submit your application for this position.

EEO Policy:
The College is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (gender), age, sexual orientation, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics.

Conflict of Interest:
Mt. San Antonio College employees and the Board of Trustees members shall not engage in any employment or activity that is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or in conflict with Mt. San Antonio Colleges Administrative Procedures (AP 2710 Conflict of Interest, AP 2712 Conflict of Interest Codes).

Cancel RTF Policy:
We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

To apply, visit https://hrjobs.mtsac.edu/postings/9240





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