Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202500062S Title Grounds Crewleader FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 04. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf. Occupational Category Service Maintenance Department Facilities Management - Facilities Services Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 02/27/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement High school graduate or G.E.D. Three years of experience in institutional or commercial grounds maintenance or a related field to include one year of experience in a supervisory capacity. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Provides working supervision over a crew of groundskeepers. Oversees assigned work to ensure completed satisfactorily. Utilizes personnel to accomplish maintenance of their assigned area. Assumes full responsibility in foreperson’s absence. Primary Responsibilities Meets with Foreperson at the beginning and ending of shift to discuss problems, report absences, equipment problems and other concerns. Schedules and coordinates personnel to accomplish assignments. Insures safe work practices. Trains new employees. Makes minor equipment repair and reports major repair problems to Foreperson. Provides working supervision as required. Checks out and assures the return of all equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Assumes full responsibility in foreperson’s absence. Schedules and coordinates personnel to accomplish assignments. Insures safe work practices. Trains new employees. Makes minor equipment repair. Provides working supervision as required. Checks out and assures the return of all equipment. Reports major repair problems to Foreperson. Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the university’s insurance carrier is required. Operates self-propelled mowers, stringline trimmers, push mowers, edgers, leaf blowers, chainsaws, power pruners, ditching machines. Proficiency in all duties performed. Working conditions involve exposure to disagreeable elements such as, heat cold, wind, dirt, dust, fumes, and insects. Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number 7N9480 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42608 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report