Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to organize and direct grounds operations across university campuses and St. Anthony Catholic High School, ensuring attractive, safe outdoor spaces for students, staff, and guests.

The role requires at least 4 years in commercial landscape maintenance with 1 year of supervisory experience, a valid driver’s license, and a TDA Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within one year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in commercial and/or institutional landscape maintenance.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience or experience leading teams.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Current TDA Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Organize, implement, and direct grounds maintenance operations across campuses to keep outdoor areas attractive and safe.
• Operate and supervise use of irrigation systems and grounds equipment.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems; manage seasonal scheduling and crews.
• Supervise and coach staff; ensure compliance with University, Conference, and NCAA rules.

Skills

Customer service

Diversity & teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

Irrigation systems operation

Grounds equipment operation

Power washer operation

Backhoe/tractor operation

Job description

Position Summary

The Grounds Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for organizing, implementing, and directing grounds maintenance operations and activities at all local university campuses and St. Anthony Catholic High School to foster an attractive, safe, and comfortable outdoor environment for students, staff, faculty, and guests. The Grounds Maintenance Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Superintendent within Facilities.

Job Duties

• Knowledge and experience with irrigation systems and controls, commercial riding mowers, parking lot/curb sweeper, tractor/backhoe, ditcher, push mowers, blowers, edgers, trimmers, and backflow prevention
• Experience in using and operating grounds equipment and/or tools (e.g. leaf sweepers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, hand truck, power lift gate, hammer drill, chain saw, basic hand tools, etc.).
• Experience in repairing/maintaining irrigation systems.
• Experience in planting shrubs, trees, flowers, pruning trees/shrubs.
• Experience in operating riding, push lawn mowers, and other turf related equipment.
• Experience in power washer operation.
• Experience in trash compactor operation.
• Experience in minor equipment maintenance (e.g. oil changes, blade sharpening, filter changes, spark plug changes, use of grease gun, etc.).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Work Experience

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in commercial and/or institutional landscape maintenance.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience or experience leading teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in commercial and/or institutional landscape maintenance.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Bilingual Spanish.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

• Must have a valid driver's license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.
• Current TDA Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain license within one year of hire as a condition of employment.

Work Hours

Monday through Friday 8 hours per day with flexibility near the standard UIW business hours of 8am to 5pm. Note that start/end time flexibility for supervisor and crew will be based on seasonality and corresponding outside temperature.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to pull, push and lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in inclement weather and exposure to heat, rain and cold.
• Ability to work in high noise environments.

Posting Number: AS2264PO

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Administrator (exempt)

Desired Start Date: 07/01/2026

Reports To: Assistant Director Facilities Management

Salary: $52,100 - $57,222 Annualized

Open Date: 06/04/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant: N/A

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).