Grounds Foreman: Trails & Landscape Lead

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens, GA seeks a Grounds Foreman I for the State Botanic Garden of Georgia to oversee landscape maintenance, irrigation, and trail operations. The role supports the Garden Director of Horticulture & Grounds and involves supervising student staff and volunteers.

The position requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience, with occasional weekend events and driving responsibilities. Flexible, full-time schedule with a focus on safety and upkeep.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscape plantings along entrance roads, parking lots, woodland edges and at Horticulture maintenance facility.
• Assist garden curators with maintenance of turf areas and hard surfaces within the Garden including streets, patios, driveways, paths, parking areas and building entrances.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems and fencing.
• Supervise and train part-time/student employees and trail volunteers.
• Work with grounds team members to manage all aspects of the Garden’s trail systems.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Irrigation systems

Trail maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pesticide applicator license

Job description

University of Georgia in Athens, GA seeks a Grounds Foreman I for the State Botanic Garden of Georgia to oversee landscape maintenance, irrigation, and trail operations. The role supports the Garden Director of Horticulture & Grounds and involves supervising student staff and volunteers.

The position requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience, with occasional weekend events and driving responsibilities. Flexible, full-time schedule with a focus on safety and upkeep.