Grounds Lead

Posting number: 9868872

Department: University of South Carolina

Job classification: Building/Grounds Specialist I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Grounds Lead Department: BFT Grounds Services Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time:
Full Time About UofSC From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement Advertised Job Summary GROUNDS LEAD University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) Help Keep the Low country—and USCB—Beautiful The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) is seeking an experienced and dependable Grounds Lead to provide hands-on leadership in maintaining the University's beautiful coastal campuses.

Located in the heart of South Carolina's Low country, USCB offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping create safe, welcoming, and attractive outdoor environments for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Make an Impact on Campus The Grounds Lead performs and supervises grounds maintenance activities across USCB's landscaped and natural areas, walkways, driveways, parking areas, and other outdoor spaces.

This position provides day-to-day direction to grounds personnel while actively participating in the work necessary to maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of University property.

• Lead & Supervise:
  Plan, assign, perform, and oversee daily grounds maintenance activities while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to University standards.
• Maintain Campus Landscapes:
  Direct and perform turf maintenance, planting bed care, tree and shrub maintenance, and general landscape improvements.
• Manage Seasonal Operations:
  Coordinate and participate in spring cleanup, fall leaf removal, planting, pruning, and other seasonal grounds activities.
• Support Grounds & Weed Management:
  Control weeds using appropriate mechanical and chemical methods while following established safety procedures.
• Maintain Safe & Welcoming Outdoor Spaces:
  Help ensure landscaped areas, natural areas, sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, and other campus grounds are maintained to a high standard.
• Support the Campus Community:
  Assist with outdoor and indoor event setups for University meetings, conferences, student activities, and special events.

More Than Grounds Maintenance At USCB, our campuses are an important part of the student experience. The Grounds Lead plays a key role in creating the first impression of our University and maintaining outdoor spaces where students learn, connect, celebrate, and build community. We are looking for a candidate who takes pride in their work, can effectively lead and motivate a grounds team, understands safe landscape maintenance practices, and is ready to be an active part of a growing university community.

Work Where Others Vacation With campuses located in Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head Island, USCB is surrounded by the natural beauty and distinctive character of the South Carolina Low country. Join a university where…