"Supervisor, Groundskeeping, Landscape Enhancement"

Supervisor, Groundskeeping, Landscape Enhancement

Job ID: 294701
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Leads and coordinates in-house tree removals
2. Oversees campus landscape lighting systems, including troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance
3. Installs, services, and repairs irrigation systems, including sprinklers, pumps, valves, controllers, and water lines
4. Conducts routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure irrigation systems are operating effectively across university locations
5. Diagnoses and repairs irrigation system issues, including malfunctioning components, leaks, electrical issues, and system inefficiencies
6. Completes and maintains progress reports, maps, and records related to irrigation installations, repairs, and maintenance activities
7. Maintains inventory of irrigation and related materials and communicates purchasing needs to department leadership
8. Trains and mentors departmental staff on proper irrigation troubleshooting, repair techniques, and system operation
9. Develops and maintains irrigation schedules that support plant health while preventing unsafe conditions for the campus community
10. Conducts initiative-taking routine system audits to identify deficiencies, potential system upgrades and prevent malfunctions
11. Performs seasonal irrigation system start-ups and winterization procedures.
12. Installs and maintains drainage systems, including but not limited to dry creek beds, French drains, catch basins, downspout tie-ins, and grading adjustments
13. Create and maintain records of all irrigation systems located within the university

Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic irrigation hydraulics, pipe sizing, and irrigation system design
• General understanding of two-wire irrigation control systems
• Knowledge of plants water requirements
• Knowledge of surface and subsurface drainage principles and applications
• Knowledge and experience related to tree removals and associated safety practices
• Experience with commercial and residential irrigation systems
• Able to read, interpret, and scale construction drawings and irrigation plans
• Able to perform low-voltage electrical troubleshooting related to irrigation systems
• Able to install, troubleshoot, and repair low-voltage landscape lighting systems

Job Summary

Supervises the landscaping maintenance of all University grounds keeping crews and directs the planting, pruning, and cultivating of trees, shrubs, and flowers, and the seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming of all University grounds.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supervises and performs a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks and duties in support of various services provided by the grounds team
2. Installs plant materials, operates, repairs, and maintains various types of grounds equipment and hand tools
3. Knowledge of proper and safe use of equipment, chemicals, tools, etc.
4. Acts as the lead in the absence of leadership
5. Oversees assigned staff that perform grounds maintenance duties (i.e., trash pickup, mowing, edging, blowing, weed trimming, weed pulling)
6. Provides advisement to management related to staff performance
7. Instructs by demonstration and trains employees in the safe and proper use of all related equipment and processes
8. Manages time and assignments throughout the day following Grounds Task List
9. Responsible for inventory management of equipment and/or supplies
10. Ensures a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing campus environment
11. Enhances the overall appearance of campus grounds to contribute to a positive campus image
12. Performs mowing, edging, string trimming, weed pulling, and other tasks to maintain campus grounds
13. Assists with training other staff within the department in the proper handling and processing of assigned area equipment, chemicals, etc.
14. Oversees and perform duties related to campus trash collection and grounds maintenance operations
15. Responsible for ensuring trash receptacles and grounds equipment for special events and campus activities are properly and safely placed as needed
16. Monitors and patrols all events on the campus green and other exterior spaces on both campuses as required
17. Assists in planning, promoting, executing Arbor Day and other Grounds department events
18. Supports university sustainability efforts by advising on drainage, plant material, irrigation, etc.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience
Three (3) years related work experience and at least two (2) years supervisory experience in the safe operations of mowing and landscape equipment and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Additional licensing or certification may be required for select roles

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience
Experience operating landscape equipment
Prior experience supervising small crews

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $20.60 to $24.40 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Abilities

• Physical stamina to perform heavy manual labor outdoors and indoors in all weather conditions
• Able to participate in and promote campus-wide Best Management Practices set forth by the University
• Able to perform heavy labor outdoors in all types of weather
• Able to use a variety of standard power and hand tools safely and efficiently
• Wears the appropriate safety and protective equipment
• Able to delegate giving clear and concise directions to staff
• Able to keep records, prepare work and time reports
• Able to identify plants and knowledge of proper care including pruning, planting, and watering
• Able to drive University vehicles (gator, golf carts, etc.) to different areas
• Able to operate groundskeeping and custodial equipment safely, including lawnmowers, trimmers, pressure washers, tractors, and dump trucks, depending on assignment
• Able to work extended shifts and weekends on short notice; based on the condition of the facilities, grounds, and campus event schedule
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Knowledge

• Knowledge of maintenance processes, equipment, and products
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety rules, and procedures related to grounds maintenance and construction projects
• Knowledge of tree felling and pruning techniques
• Experienced in hardscapes, drainage, planting techniques

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test