Grounds Lead

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 @museumLI