Supervisor, Maintenance of Grounds

Job Summary

Under general direction, supervises and performs a variety of grounds maintenance, landscaping, road and sidewalk repairs, and campus maintenance activities to ensure the campus grounds, streets, and walkways are safe, clean, functional, and well-maintained. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, brush management, tree and shrub care, snow removal, parking lot maintenance, pavement marking, traffic sign installation, equipment operation, mechanical repairs, and event support. Receives and reviews work orders, plans and assigns daily tasks, demonstrates proper work methods, monitors work in progress and upon completion, and trains new employees to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established standards. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment, and practices used in grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic landscaping techniques and procedures.
• Ability to plan work schedules, prioritize tasks, and assign duties effectively.
• Ability to direct, monitor, and inspect the work of others to ensure quality and completion.
• Ability to demonstrate proper work methods and provide guidance to employees as needed.
• Ability to maintain adequate inventories of supplies, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other campus personnel.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of six months of relevant experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, equipment operation, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Possession of a valid Tennessee driver's license.
• May require specialized training or certifications related to equipment operation, grounds maintenance, or other assigned duties

Compensation & Benefits

• Job Family – Facilities Services Buildings and Grounds Assistant 3
• Starting Salary: MR4 Salary Schedules
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Application Instructions

• Non-Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
• Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check.

ETSU is an equal opportunity employer.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.