Grounds Lead

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 63.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) seeks a seasoned Grounds Lead to provide hands-on leadership in maintaining our coastal campuses. You will supervise daily grounds maintenance, directing turf care, planting beds, and tree/shrub care, while overseeing seasonal operations to keep outdoor spaces safe, attractive, and welcoming for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

You will mentor grounds personnel, coordinate maintenance workflows, and support campus events, helping USCB preserve

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of safety practices, tools, equipment, materials and supplies used in maintenance of grounds.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• South Carolina pesticide license.

Aufgaben

• Lead and supervise daily grounds maintenance activities, ensuring work is safe and meets University standards.
• Direct turf maintenance, planting bed care, tree and shrub maintenance, and landscape improvements.
• Coordinate spring cleanup, fall leaf removal, and other seasonal grounds activities.
• Assist with weed management using appropriate methods following safety procedures.
• Maintain safe, welcoming outdoor spaces including sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.
• Support campus events with outdoor and indoor setups.

Kenntnisse

Safety practices

Heavy manual labor

Landscape knowledge

Ausbildung

South Carolina pesticide license

Jobbeschreibung

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Department:

BFT Grounds Services

Advertised Salary Range

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

GROUNDS LEAD

University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB)

Help Keep the Lowcountry - and USCB - Beautiful

The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) is seeking an experienced and dependable Grounds Lead to provide hands-on leadership in maintaining the University's beautiful coastal campuses.

Located in the heart of South Carolina's Lowcountry, USCB offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping create safe, welcoming, and attractive outdoor environments for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Make an Impact on Campus

The Grounds Lead performs and supervises grounds maintenance activities across USCB's landscaped and natural areas, walkways, driveways, parking areas, and other outdoor spaces. This position provides day-to-day direction to grounds personnel while actively participating in the work necessary to maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of University property.

• Lead & Supervise: Plan, assign, perform, and oversee daily grounds maintenance activities while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to University standards.
• Maintain Campus Landscapes: Direct and perform turf maintenance, planting bed care, tree and shrub maintenance, and general landscape improvements.
• Manage Seasonal Operations: Coordinate and participate in spring cleanup, fall leaf removal, planting, pruning, and other seasonal grounds activities.
• Support Grounds & Weed Management: Control weeds using appropriate mechanical and chemical methods while following established safety procedures.
• Maintain Safe & Welcoming Outdoor Spaces: Help ensure landscaped areas, natural areas, sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, and other campus grounds are maintained to a high standard.
• Support the Campus Community: Assist with outdoor and indoor event setups for University meetings, conferences, student activities, and special events.

More Than Grounds Maintenance

At USCB, our campuses are an important part of the student experience. The Grounds Lead plays a key role in creating the first impression of our University and maintaining outdoor spaces where students learn, connect, celebrate, and build community.

Work Where Others Vacation

With campuses located in Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head Island, USCB is surrounded by the natural beauty and distinctive character of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Join a university where your work can make a visible difference every day.

Bring your leadership, grounds maintenance experience, and commitment to excellence to USCB—and help us keep our campuses beautiful, safe, and ready to welcome the Sand Shark community.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Knowledge of safety practices, tools, equipment, materials and supplies used in maintenance of grounds. Ability to perform heavy manual labor. South Carolina pesticide license

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of safety practices, tools, equipment, materials and supplies used in maintenance of grounds. Skills in making emergency and general repairs and adjustments to equipment used in building and maintenance work. Ability to perform heavy manual labor. Landscape industry knowledge

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.