Grounds Supervisor/Manager

By Tufts University, Monday at 03:13 AM - updated Monday at 09:51 PM - Medford, Massachusetts

Job Location: Medford, Massachusetts Categories: Facilities Req ID: 17735 Overview The position will be posted until filled. Shift: Tues - Sat., 7:00 - 3:30pm As stewards of Tufts University's physical environment, the Department of Facilities Services, a department within the university's Operations Division, strives to provide responsive and cost-effective solutions that support our research and learning mission as well as to enhance the quality of our living and learning experience. Facilities Services is responsible for the maintenance and management of all university grounds and facilities consisting of approximately 5 million square feet of space across four campuses (Somerville/Medford, Grafton, Boston and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts). Within the Operations Division, a broad range of services are provided to support the university campuses including facility management and maintenance, engineering, capital maintenance, custodial services, energy and utilities systems planning and operations, cogeneration operations, recycling and waste management, residential facilities coordination, event support and grounds aesthetics and maintenance. Related functions, which require close coordination with this department, are capital programming, public and environmental safety and security, campus planning, design and construction of capital and deferred maintenance projects including major repairs, renovation, and new construction. What You'll Do The supervisor for grounds will report directly to the grounds manager. The position will supervise the general campus grounds and athletic fields as assigned. Responsibilities may include but not limited to the natural and synthetic turf, lawns, plantings, trees, mulch beds, storm water management, hardscape including walks, lots, and drives. Supervise assigned employees and manage vehicles, equipment and related duties as assigned. The position will work closely with the Labor shop and the supervisor for recycling and waste reduction. The position will manage the maintenance and service for grounds vehicles and equipment. The position will be expected to provide direct supervision for a team of employees who are performing routine and specialized grounds services including and not limited to, planting, trimming, pruning, watering, mulching, raking, plowing, snow removal, sanding and salting operations. In cooperation with the managers for grounds and labor shops, expected to help with the scheduling and coordination of snow removal operations assigned to university staff and vendors. Assist with the university solid waste reduction and recycling goals and green initiatives and support the university's carbon reduction program. What We're Looking For Basic Requirements: Knowledge and experience typically acquired through the completion of a Two-year associate degree preferably in facilities management or a related field or a high school diploma with a minimum of three (3) years related work experience preferably as a grounds Lead or supervisor. A minimum of two years grounds related supervisory experience supervising 3 or more employees (preferably in a union environment) A minimum of 2 years of direct experience and knowledge with proper usage of various types of grounds vehicles, equipment, tools and products. Valid driver's license Possess a valid MA pesticide Core applicator's license Possess a MA 2B hoisting license with in one year of hire date Proven progressive leadership skills and techniques Planning, fiscal, and forecasting experience with an understanding of how to keep costs to a minimum while supplying an excellent service level for campus appearance and safety. Experience and knowledge with the use of battery-operated equipment and tools. Experience processing payroll and employee leave requests Be able to provide strong interpersonal and communication skills that fosters effective working relationships at all levels Comfortable working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Ability to navigate Maximo or comparable work order management system (CMMS) experience Preferred Qualifications:   Job related grounds experience at an institute of higher education or comparable campus-based facility MA commercial pesticide license.   Special Work Schedule Requirements: Expected to work in very cold and very hot conditions. May be needed to work outside for long periods of time during inclement weather. May be needed to work long shifts during inclement weather, and special events including commencement and reunions. Supervise and support snow removal operations that may occur at any time including weekends, holidays and during off shift hours. An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer. Equal Opportunity Employer - minority/females/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity. Apply Here PI192391971

By Cornwall Lebanon School District, September 22 - Lebanon, Pennsylvania

GENERAL SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:   Care for and upkeep of all district grounds and landscaping to provide a high-quality visual presentation at all times. Provide and maintain a safe, attractive, clean, and efficient grounds for students, employees, and the community. Operate and maintain various turf related equipment, mulch, trim shrubbery and trees, and maintain athletic fields.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Completes maintenance tasks and projects concerning district grounds and maintains the athletic fields for school district programs. Supervises and schedules grounds staff to effectively meet the general scope of responsibilities of maintaining the district grounds. Observes, reports and corrects deficiencies in the turf, landscape, safety, operational capacity and efficiency of district grounds.                                                                                                 Operates snow removal equipment to maintain district roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks, as needed. Maintains an orderly and neat grounds maintenance shop. Necessary grounds treatment supplies are on hand, segregated and stored safely and securely. Performs other various grounds maintenance duties such as, but not limited to, preventative maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting issues on equipment. Evaluates and recommends the purchasing needs of grounds equipment, supplies, and services. OTHER FUNCTIONS:    Must be willing to work overtime, evenings and weekends, in all weather conditions. Must be willing to be reassigned to unspecified duties when required to meet special needs or emergencies such as snow removal. Must be willing to react to change productively and complete other essential tasks as assigned. Other duties as requested.

By Down to Earth, September 9 - updated September 9 - Lady Lake, Florida

We are looking for someone who truly enjoys seeing a golf course restoration or new construction project through to completion. If you get excited about partnering with golf operations teams, driving production, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this may be the job for you! If you describe yourself as a highly organized professional with the desire to join a growing team, we want to hear from you! As a Project Manager, you will manage all phases of the golf course construction process.  You will be responsible for managing logistics, people, and project timelines to ensure all client expectations are met and that we are delivering top quality Down to Earth service. Here’s an overview of what you can expect to do while working here: Oversee all project activity planning, sequencing, and scheduling Plan and develop project schedules Evaluate time and cost estimating for all projects Manage quality control to ensure our projects are up to Down to Earth Golf standards Manage relationships with vendors Building strong relationships with internal and external clients Conducting regular project site visits to ensure we are meeting project timeline deliverables Ensuring that the project is within budget Identifying and resolving customer concerns with a high sense of urgency Driving the Down to Earth safety culture Hiring, retaining and developing top talent. Supervising the operations staff that supports the project site Performing other duties as assigned by the leadership team

By National Management Resources, July 19 - Mars Hill, North Carolina

The Grounds Manager is responsible for the overall appearance of campus grounds to include athletic fields.  Responsibilities Include: - Staff supervision in daily task - Planning and Scheduling - Fertilizer and Pest Control applications - Equipment Maintenance - Staff Training -Grounds Inspections