Grounds Maintenance Superintendent

Salary Range $67,000 - $72,000 ($32.21-$34.61/hourly) Depending on Qualifications

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/16/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 09/30/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 10/05/2026

Responsible for all aspects of the Grounds Department. This includes managing the installation, operation, enhancement, and maintenance of campus green space, hardscape, right of ways, and all other university outdoor facilities. Participate in special events setup/operation/teardown as requested throughout the year. Work with Parking and Transportation for parking lot maintenance and upgrades. Responsible for irrigation water use and conservation.

• High School Diploma.
• Texas Driver’s License.
• 5 years of landscape industry experience.
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• 3 years of experience with North Texas plants, shrubs, trees, and soils.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or related field
• TCEQ Licensed Irrigation Technician

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Review designs for University landscape and irrigation projects; both in-house and those contracted with outside landscape architects.
• Responsibility for monitoring department budget and expenditures. Assist with purchase of appropriate equipment, annual plantings, tree maintenance and replacement, greenhouse operations.
• Ensure campus abides by a strict water conservation plan. This involves both daily water use for landscape and fountains, as well as making water conservation a high priority in strategic planning.
• Develop policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocols for all aspects for the department. Create and maintain written documentation.
• Responsible for all aspects for staffing the Grounds Department. Ensure training and development are part of the departmental written documentation.
• Ensure safety is an integral part of daily operations for the entire organization. Include a section on safety in the departmental written documentation.
• Assist with the strategic plan for the entire campus as related to landscaping, beautification, accessibility, and pedestrian comfort.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and an acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS
  157 Section 2.5.4.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Work Notice:
Work will be performed on site and in-person.

May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure.

May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Internal Training
• Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

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