We Are:

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 at 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.

We are strategic risk takers, innovators, and collaborators. We are engineers, scientists, technicians, administrative professionals. We are over 2,000 employees advancing knowledge for the benefit of humankind. Fermilab has been at the forefront of particle physics for more than 40 years. We build world-leading accelerators and detectors to conduct some of the most advanced particle physics experiments possible. We collect and analyze the data from those experiments with some of the most powerful computers in the world. We conduct this research on a 6,800-acre prairie, 35 miles outside Chicago, a treasure that has been designated a National Environmental Research Park.

Fermilab' Facilities Engineering Services Section 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.

You Will:

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

We Are Looking For:

• A High School diploma or equivalent
• Possesses a valid Commercial Driver's License A or B without air brake restriction.
• Possesses an Illinois Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator's license.
• Ability and willingness to obtain an Illinois Certified Prescribed Burn Manager Certificate.
• Has completed OSHA 30 Hr. Construction training.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office) which include Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
• Ability to work independently and harmoniously in a group setting.
• Ability to abide by all environment, safety and health regulations.
• Willingness to respect, understand and value individual differences that embody laboratory principles of diversity and inclusion.

Physical Activity and Work Conditions

• Human Factors: Heavy Lifting, Heights, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Vibrating Equipment, Work Outdoors
• Chemical Factors: Combustion Engines, Pesticides
• Physical Factors: Environment (Cold/Hot/Wet/Dry), High Noise Level
• Personal Protection Equipment: Protection (Eye/Face/Foot/Hand/Hearing)
• Biological Factors: Animals, Insects, Poisonous Plants

Relocation Assistance, Employee Referral Bonus and Visa Assistance will not be offered for this position.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The selected applicant will be required to complete a satisfactory background check & motor vehicle report, drug screening, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration query (FMCSA).

Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and believes a diverse and inclusive environment based on mutual respect is essential to our mission. Fermilab is committed to recruiting and developing the most hardworking people and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, country of birth, geography/postal code, disability, marital status, parental or gestational status, or other non-merit factor.

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