Supervisor, Maintenance of Grounds
About The Position
Under general direction, the Supervisor, Maintenance of Grounds supervises and performs grounds maintenance, landscaping, road and sidewalk repairs, and campus maintenance activities to keep campus grounds, streets, and walkways safe, clean, functional, and well-maintained. The role includes mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, brush management, tree and shrub care, snow removal, parking lot maintenance, pavement marking, traffic sign installation, equipment operation, mechanical repairs, and event support. The supervisor receives and reviews work orders, plans and assigns daily tasks, demonstrates proper work methods, monitors work during and after completion, and trains new employees to ensure work is safe, efficient, and consistent with established standards. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of relevant experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, equipment operation, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Valid Tennessee driver's license.
- Knowledge of grounds maintenance methods, materials, tools, equipment, and practices.
- Knowledge of basic landscaping techniques and procedures.
- Ability to plan work schedules, prioritize tasks, and assign duties effectively.
- Ability to direct, monitor, and inspect others' work to ensure quality and completion.
- Ability to demonstrate proper work methods and provide guidance to employees.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other campus personnel.
Responsibilities
- Perform and supervise grounds maintenance, landscaping, road and sidewalk repairs, and campus maintenance activities.
- Mow, trim, prune, plant, manage brush, and care for trees and shrubs.
- Remove snow and maintain parking lots.
- Mark pavement and install traffic signs.
- Operate equipment and perform mechanical repairs.
- Provide support for events.
- Receive and review work orders.
- Plan and assign daily work tasks.
- Demonstrate proper work methods and train new employees.
- Monitor work in progress and inspect completed work for safety, efficiency, quality, and compliance with established standards.
- Maintain adequate inventories of supplies, materials, tools, and equipment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
