Groundskeeper Crew Chief

Fermilab Infrastructure Services Division Crew Chief

The expected hiring range for this position is : $30.45-$39.37. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or sponsorship assistance.

About the Role

The Fermilab Infrastructure Services Division seeks highly motivated Roads and Grounds Crew Chief to join the Roads & Grounds Group. Under direct supervision, you will perform tasks to maintain Fermilab site roads, grounds and related facilities.

What Your Day-To-Day As The Groundskeeper Crew Chief At Fermilab Will Look Like

• Coordinating, organizing and performing snow removal operations and overseeing snow removal crews as the "first call responder".
• Overseeing and performing landscape maintenance activities including but not limited to mowing, trimming, pruning, plant care, pesticide application, fertilizing.
• Overseeing and participating in landscaping repairs which may require hauling, spreading, and seeding of topsoil, and installation of erosion control materials.
• Overseeing and participating in execution of tree removal with the use of chain saws, chippers, aerial lifts and stump grinders.
• Overseeing and participating in prairie and woodland restoration activities including prescribed fire management, and the control of invasive plants using herbicides.
• Overseeing and participating in the maintenance of the underground storm water drainage systems, including cleaning, repairing, and replacing culverts, catch basins, and drainage tiles.
• Overseeing and participating in maintaining the Fermilab owned bison and assist with wildlife capture and control activities
• Other duties as assigned by supervising manager.
• Abiding by and being responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills And Attributes For Success

Physical Activity And Work Conditions

Work Arrangement

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

Benefits / Perks

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including :

Why Fermilab

Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement For Access To Fermilab Campus

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