GROUNDS CREW CHIEF

Grounds Crew Chief

Arizona State University

Campus: Tempe

JR118455

End Date: April 6, 2026

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and three years (3) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:

Inspects, maintains, and repairs intermediate to complex equipment and facilities to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage.

Job Description:

Facilities Management, Grounds Services, seeks a Grounds Crew Chief to supervise a crew in the maintenance of grounds and turf management.

Position Salary Rate Range: $22.80 – $24.50 per hour.  ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Essential Duties:

• Supervise, assign and monitor the work of the morning crew (5:00am to 1:30pm) during the weekdays in the maintenance of grounds and turf management activities.
• Supervise the clean-up and maintenance for special events and sporting activities (i.e. graduations, events at Gammage, Desert Financial Arena, Old Main and other signature buildings on campus).
• Monitor work of subordinates.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations.
• Install and repair irrigation systems.
• Use grounds related chemicals utilizing a sprayer to disperse grounds chemicals including insecticides and herbicides.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs.
• Rake leaves and mow lawns. Remove debris. Operate hand tools (e.g. loppers, rakes, shovels) and power lawn tools (e.g. chain saws, blowers, power hedge shears, string trimmers, edgers, aerators).
• Use work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests.
• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE:  Monday – Friday, 5:00AM - 1:30PM

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Desired Qualifications:

Five years of grounds maintenance related work experience which includes one (1) year of lead experience; OR, Associate's degree in Horticulture or related field AND three (3) years of grounds maintenance related work experience which includes one year of lead experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Drivers license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Experience in:

• general turf care.
• mowing and overseeding practices.
• operating turf maintenance equipment and riding mowers.
• irrigation systems.
• grounds maintenance in a university/higher education setting.

Knowledge of:

• principles of horticulture.
• principles, practices and/or techniques of grounds maintenance.
• Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment:

• Activities regularly require long periods of exposure to external elements indigenous to a desert environment; weather; and potential exposure to venomous insects, insecticides, herbicides and fertilizers.
• Regularly required to operate a variety of landscaping equipment, tools and machines requiring extended periods of walking over uneven and occasionally rocky surfaces, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting and pushing objects of varying weights up to 50 pounds.
• Regular use of mowers, trimmers, edgers, shears, spreaders, hoses, hand and power tools/machines.Stand for long periods of time.
• Walk and inspect campus.
• Drive university vehicle/cart.

Department Statement:

What’s in it for you?

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

• Flexible work schedules
• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program for income protection
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States.  Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the University Services Building, 1551 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ (on Rural Road south of Apache Blvd).

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs. 

This position requires that you must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.  Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment audiogram exam post offer of employment.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$19113.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

A fingerprint check is not required for this position.

About Arizona State University

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University is where students and faculty work with NASA to develop, advance and lead innovations in space exploration.

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