Campus Grounds & Facilities Leader

Trident Tech; Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Technical College is seeking a Building & Grounds Manager to lead planning, maintenance, and beautification of campus landscapes and building exteriors across all college locations. You will supervise the grounds team, manage service contracts, plan budgets, and ensure safe, welcoming outdoor environments that support students, employees, and visitors.

The position reports to Facilities leadership and requires an associate degree in horticulture or related field with at least three years

Qualifications

• Associate degree in horticulture or a closely related field is required.
• At least three years of managerial or supervisory experience in grounds or landscape operations.
• South Carolina pesticide license/Commercial Grounds Applicator license must be possessed or obtained within one year of hire.
• Preferred candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train grounds staff to maintain safe, clean campus landscapes and exteriors.
• Plan and oversee routine and long-term maintenance of green spaces, hardscapes, walkways, and parking areas.
• Develop beautification, sustainability, and conservation initiatives including wetland mitigation.
• Manage service contracts, write specifications, monitor performance, and coordinate inspections.
• Conduct site and roof inspections; prepare work orders, maintenance plans, and budgets.
• Hire, evaluate, and discipline staff; maintain position descriptions and training records.
• Maintain records and reports; manage purchasing card and transactions per college policies.
• Serve as essential personnel for emergency preparedness and after-hours on-call.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Budgeting

Communication

Supervision

Education

Associate degree in horticulture or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Trident Technical College is seeking a Building & Grounds Manager to lead planning, maintenance, and beautification of campus landscapes and building exteriors across all college locations. You will supervise the grounds team, manage service contracts, plan budgets, and ensure safe, welcoming outdoor environments that support students, employees, and visitors.

The position reports to Facilities leadership and requires an associate degree in horticulture or related field with at least three years