Building/Grounds Mgr

CLEMU Clemson University; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Columbia, SC manages the Sandhill Research Education Center facilities and grounds, performing complex maintenance and repair across buildings, greenhouses, irrigation systems, and related infrastructure. The role operates heavy equipment and assists with overall management of agriculture and natural resources operations at Sandhill REC.

The position requires an Associate's degree and related experience, with responsibilities including supervision, safety training, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and professional experience directly related to the area of employment.
• Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
• Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.
• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
• Physical requirements include climbing stairs, walking, operating machinery and visual inspections, and kneeling as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supports Sandhill REC goals through planning, operations and compliance.
• Directs routine maintenance, repair and daily operation of plant systems including heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical and cleaning.
• Acts as liaison to outside vendors/contractors and approves final inspection/completion of projects.
• Directs inspections with Environmental Services of drinking water and wastewater systems and coordinates safety training.
• Coordinates construction of drainage, roads and land projects, and manages heavy equipment for these operations.
• Coordinates HVAC and system maintenance inspections and research compliance with Clemson offices.
• Maintains irrigation systems and fencing including security gates; assists Farm Manager as needed.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Manages facilities and grounds of the Sandhill Research Education Center. Responsible for performing complex maintenance and repair tasks on all buildings and facilities at Sandhill REC to include office buildings, conference / meeting space, agriculture support buildings, greenhouses, irrigation pumping stations,irrigation hydrants. Operates and maintains heavy equipment for management of grounds and facilities . Assist with overall management of agriculture and natural resources operations at Sandhill REC. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

10% Supports goals of Sandhill Research and Education programs: Assists Director with planning, operations and compliance for all systems to support the research and education goals at Sandhill REC. 40% General maintenance repair, building and ground maintenance: Directs all routine maintenance, repair, daily operation of all plant systems including heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical and cleaning. Performs preliminary analysis of all repairs, rehabilitation or new construction projects at Sandhill REC, including safety/cost analysis as well as all permitting concerns. Acts as liaison to all outside vendors/contractors. Gives final inspection and completion approval to all projects. 20% Inspection, Coordination, Personnel Management and Training: Directs inspections in coordination with Department of Environmental Services of Sandhill REC drinking water, wastewater systems. Maintains and test systems. Trains, direct and evaluates staff. Coordinates and provides safety training, including fire pumps, safety equipment and fire/security alarms. Coordinates security system maintenance and operation with IT and other Sandhill REC personnel. 20% Development and Construction Coordinator: Coordinates, implements and maintains the construction of drainage infrastructure, road systems, earth moving projects, land reclamation projects and storm damage remediation. Arranges rental and/or use of heavy equipment necessary for these specific operations and/or management of outside contractors for similar activities. 10% Industrial Maintenance and Research Compliance: Coordinates HVAC and system maintenance inspections. Coordinates research compliance and hazardous material compliance with respective offices at Clemson for Sandhill REC. Works with Farm Manager to maintain irrigation systems and fencing including security gates. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB CODE: KA30 EMPLOYEE TYPE: Regular FTE Staff

Minimum Requirements:

An Associate's degree and professional experience directly related to the area of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 5%
• Walk or move about: 5%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 5%
• Recognize or inspect visually: 5%
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 5%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range $65,000 - $75,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Emergency Response - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call.

JOB LOCATION:

Columbia, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

October 9, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.