GROUNDS SUPERVISOR - TARLETON UNIVERSITY - STEPHENVILLE, TX

Position Title: Grounds Supervisor 

 

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. 

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider.  As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. 

 

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Job Summary

The Grounds Supervisor position requires minimal direction, working on a college campus with direct supervision of employees. Coordinate, supervise, and be responsible for all aspects of grounds management and sports field management that are included in scope of work and job specifications. Operate within  protocols established by SSC Services and client.  Provide professional consultation or assume lead role with department projects.  Work closely with Campus Liaison to ensure seamless communication.

 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement schedules
• Provide management support for Site Director
• Act as a safety coordinator and trainer for employees under your management umbrella.
• Ensure all operations are performed in compliance with SSC Services, Campus, OSHA and operators manuals as supplied by the original manufacturer.
• Procurement of all materials required to coordinate a validated management program using approved vendors and established procurement protocols.
• Implement Standard Operating Procedures, follow all protocol and implement Quality Assurance plan.
• Provide preventative and curative maintenance on equipment as specified by manufacturer’s manuals.
• Implement the use of an environmentally sound pest management program that includes Coordinated Pest Management.  Maintain outstanding records of all actions taken to manage identified pests. (Focus will be on weed abatement in strategic areas as outlined in specifications).
• Light maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Insure performance of all work in a safe manner for the employee, subordinates, students and others that use the facilities.
• Develop, implement, and manage snow / ice management plans
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Requirements:

• Minimum of a two-year degree (Extensive experience can supersede this requirement).
• Minimum of five years’ experience in Grounds Management industry as a Supervisor.
• Good written (report writing) and verbal communication (public speaking) skills.
• Computer skills specifically in; Word, Excel, Power Point or compatible programs.
• Ability to promote awareness to management program.
• Willing to acquire pesticide license within six months from hire in the following categories; core, turf, and ornamentals.
• Have the ability to operate grounds/lawn care/snow removal related equipment.
• Ability to work unscheduled hours typically associated with managing grounds/snow removal
• Other certifications that will improve candidate, Certified Playground Safety Inspector, Certified Turf grass Professional, Certified Professional Grounds Manager, Certified Grounds Manager or other associated certifications.

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