Supervisor Grounds

Supervises and schedules the work of the grounds and labor crew. Responds to, prioritizes, and schedules routine to urgent grounds work, labor crew moves, and maintenance service as requested. Provides training to staff by demonstrating proper use of equipment and materials and the performance of specific tasks to meet quality standards. Periodically spot-checks work to make sure instructions are followed, work is progressing according to schedule, and materials and equipment are being used properly.

Maintains written records of employee time, work performed, and materials used. Reports orally or in writing to higher-level staff on the progress of projects and work orders. Performs administrative functions in support of a grounds and labor crew. Plans or assists in the planning of landscaping and other grounds projects by preparing rough sketches, schedules, and estimates of the staff, materials, and equipment needed to accomplish the project.

Prepares purchase orders and justification for grounds materials, equipment, and supplies. Assists in the selection of grounds contractors and monitors the work to ensure completion according to contract specifications. Supervises the grounds department inventory system, including the requisitioning and proper distribution and control of equipment and supplies. Performs the full range of supervisory duties. Interviews and selects staff, establishes training standards, and trains new employees.

Evaluates work performance and recommends retention or termination of employees. Approves requests for leave and signs timecards. Assumes duties of the Maintenance Supervisor 1 Grounds in their absence. Must possess valid NYS Driver's License.

Three years of experience and/or training in grounds maintenance work, of which one year involved supervision over subordinates; or one year as a one year as a Facility Operations Assistant 2 (Grounds). Must possess a valid New York State driver's license.

Schedule based on a 40 hour work week. Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Position Status:
Permanent

Salary: $52,694 + $9,000 GEO

Recruitment Office:
Human Resources