Lead Grounds Keeper

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 51,233,000 - 55,145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance Program

Health insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Lead Grounds Keeper to lead a grounds crew responsible for beautifying and maintaining campus grounds on the Summerville Campus. The role includes supervising staff, managing waste, and ensuring safe operation of grounds equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of grounds maintenance experience, with preferred certifications in forklift and JLG lift operations.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: High School diploma, GED or equivalent from a state or federal accredited organization and five years' experience in grounds maintenance.
• Strong safety training and PPE practices.
• Experience leading grounds crews and operating grounds equipment.

Responsibilities

• Leads Grounds Crews and assigns tasks to Grounds keepers.
• Maintains groundcovers, shrubs, trees, and turfgrass.
• Maintains grounds equipment and coordinates repairs.
• Operates vehicles, golf carts, mowers, and small tractors.
• Performs waste management and grounds cleaning.
• Cleans and organizes grounds warehouse.
• Participates in campus event setups as needed.
• Assists maintenance workers with related tasks.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Leadership

Safety training

Education

High School diploma or GED

5 years grounds maintenance experience

Tools

Forklift certification

JLG Man Lift certification

Job description

Lead Grounds Keeper

• Job ID: 300729


• Location: Summerville Campus


• Full/Part Time: Full Time


• Regular/Temporary:

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at.

College/Department Information

LocationAugusta UniversityOur Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division provides quality customer service by maintaining a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment in whichstudents, faculty, and staff can function and accomplish their educational objectives and by supporting a patient care culture that continuously improves.Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.

Job Summary

This position leads and works with a crew maintaining and beautifying grounds, maintaining grounds equipment, setups, and performing waste management.

Responsibilities

• Leads Grounds Crews Participates in and assigns tasks to Grounds keepers.Reviews results continuously and confers with Grounds Foreman on daily activities.Provides safety and technical training.Ensures the use of appropriate personal protection equipment and power equipment safety devices.Responsible for recording labor and material information into Maximo for the Groundskeepers.Assist Groundskeepers with entering leave requests in OneUSG.


• Maintains Groundcovers, Shrubs, Trees, and Turfgrass Prunes shrubs and trees; mows lawns with proper equipment. Collects and removes lawn cuttings and debris.Line trims around signs, trees, valve boxes and edges along walks, curbs, and beds.Controls weeds manually and with the application of mulch and chemical herbicides to bed areas. Applies fertilizer to shrubs and trees. Hand waters new plants and trees.Inspects lawns and shrub beds prior to mowing or pruning for obstacles such as debris, irrigation heads, rocks, limbs, valve boxes, etc.


• Maintains Grounds Equipment Ensures routine maintenance are performed (oil change, filter change, fasteners tightened, blades replacement, trimmers lubricated, etc.) and properly documented.Ensures oil checks prior to starting to engine.Ensures daily cleaning of equipment after use age.Coordinates equipment maintenance and repair needs with grounds mechanic.Notifies Grounds Foreman of safety and maintenance/repair concerns.


• Operates Vehicles and Light Construction Equipment Safely operates, vehicles, golf carts, mowers, street sweepers and small tractors.Operates the backhoe (transporting mulch, debris, excavation assignments).Checks fluid levels prior to starting.Cleans vehicle and equipment (Interior and Exterior).Require training and certification in operation of the motorized personnel lift and forklift.


• Waste Management Removes lawn cuttings, plant clippings, and tree limbs; and places them in yard waste container.Removes litter and chewing gum from campus grounds, parking lots, and streets.Cleans and empties waste containers.Assist with packing waste, yard debris and cardboard roll off containers by operating backhoe.


• Cleans and Organizes Grounds Warehouse Sweeps floors and removes debris.Keeps tools, equipment, and vehicles in good condition and stored properly.Returns flammable products containers to fireproof storage cabinets at end of each dayMakes sure that all fuel containers are properly labeled and safety compliant.Safeguards and secures grounds equipment.Monitors shop supplies and PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) and submits requests to Foreman.


• Perform Related Work As Required Coordinates and assists crews with campus event setups (Pig Out, A Day, Orientation, etc.), such as pressure washing, weed and pest control.Follows all departmental and University policies. Treats students, coworkers, supervisors, faculty, and visitors with respect.Wears uniform as outlined in policy and maintains good hygiene.Performs any duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor.


• Assist Maintenance Worker as required Assist Maintenance Worker with RO work Orders as needed.Assist Maintenance Worker as needed with masonry, irrigation, and painting as deemed necessary by the Foreman


• Other Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: High School diploma, GED or equivalent from a state or federal accredited organization and five years' experience in grounds maintenance.


• Current valid driver's license to operate AU golf carts and vehicles.


• Must meet USG requirements to operate AU vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Experience: High School diploma or equivalent GED from a recognized state or federal accredited organization


• One (1) years' experience in landscaping/grounds


• Valid driver's license


• Obtain forklift and JLG Man Lift certification


• Must possess good computer skills (familiar with spread sheets and data entry)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• ABILITIES: Ability to follow specific oral and written instructions


• Ability to use a variety of standard power and hand tools


• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods often under adverse climatic conditions


• Ability to operate and maintain grounds power equipment and tools


• Ability to delegate assignments and review performance


• KNOWLEDGE: Knowledgeable of occupational hazards and safety precautions for Landscape/Grounds tasks.


• Must be able to work independently and also as a team member


• Must possess initiative and self-motivational skills to complete assignments

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift/Salary/BenefitsShift: Days: Monday-FridayPay Band: 5Salary : $17.88/hourly - $19.24/hourlySalary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the positionRecruitment Period: 7/15/26 Until FilledAugusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. \"Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success.\"Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.