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Grounds Zone Supervisor

  • 496288
  • Richmond Campus
  • Maintenance Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

Title: Grounds Zone Supervisor

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 02R003 - Facilities Management

Division: 4R3000 - Campus Operations

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 40

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - G18

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: Kyle Willis

 

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Supervisor of Ground Zone is a working foreperson responsible for the completion of assigned grounds maintenance and operational tasks both individually and through direct reports and includes the performance of various tasks as required to maintain a high level of care inside the assigned zone.

This position will also be responsible for the oversight of the Elmwood Mansion which includes but not limited to the upkeep of the grounds and will also assist in set up for events held at the mansion

This position will also oversee the daily operations of the greenhouse, such as planting, watering, pruning, transplanting, fertilizing and pest control. Monitor and maintain the efficient flow of the overall greenhouse operation with safety and customer service.
Inspect plant material for diseases and insect problems. Ensure that the plants have the proper light levels, temperature, humidity, and nutrients. Record data and maintain records for future reference. Oversee that campus landscape beds are maintained.
Keep greenhouse organized and stocked with the proper equipment to get the job done in a safe and timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agronomy, or related program is required.

Experience: One year of experience is required.

Licensure & Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Job Duties:

  • 60% - Overall responsibility to ensure proper maintenance of all grounds areas in assigned zone are being maintained to the required standards at all times. - (Essential)
  • 30% - Oversee and perform any other grounds maintenance tasks to maintain service level standards throughout the year. - (Essential)
  • 10% - Other duties as required and assigned - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

 

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.

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