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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON Grounds Supervisor in Charleston, South Carolina
Grounds Supervisor
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POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Grounds Supervisor
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
5
Level
1
Department
Patriots Point Maintenance
Job Purpose
The Grounds Supervisor plans, coordinates, supervises, assigns and assists with the work of Grounds staff. Oversees and tracks all phases of work orders and their costs. Manages material orders and shop stock.
Responsible for managing the day-to-day grounds maintenance at Patriots Point Sporting Complex, Tennis Center and Sailing Center. Supervises and coordinates the work of the grounds crew and any contracted work. Manages all general operations pertaining to the maintenance of all fields in accordance with all appropriate guidelines. This responsibility includes but is not limited to practices, league competition, special events, game field marking, deferred and required maintenance to the grounds, irrigation systems, fences and landscape. Daily trash removal of facilities also includes after games and special events. Maintain all grounds equipment to ensure proper serviceability and equipment safety.
Minimum Requirements
Must have a high school diploma and minimum of two years of responsible experience directly related to turf maintenance and landscape. Must have thorough knowledge of all phases of landscaping work, fertilizing and pesticide requirements and application, preferably in an athletic environment. Supervisory experience is preferred. A valid SC drivers license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have SC Pesticide Applications license and Operator license. Understanding of athletic events competition, tournaments and event management preferred. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with facility users, staff, coaches and student athletes. Ability to maintain accurate scheduling and other details of facility usage. Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using e-mail. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is preferred. Experience in utilizing on-line work order systems is a plus. Skill with electronic devices such as iPhone and iPad is preferred. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. All employees at the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston
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Additional Comments Regarding Position
Must be able to work closely with student athletics, college coaches, The Charleston Battery and Mt. Pleasant town officials. Must be able to perform duties as described and work both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Must be able to work in close quarters, climb ladders/stairs, enter/exit h