Grounds Supervisor I - Central Prison
About The Position
This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor at a multi-custody male correctional facility and works in the Maintenance Department providing technical guidance and supervision to the grounds crew. This position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Providing construction, modification, and general upkeep of grounds areas with work assignments involving the standard application of horticultural practices. 2. Conferring with superiors concerning proposed work assignments and suggesting practical ways to schedule work procedures. 3. Supervising assigned crews in mowing lawns, constructing sidewalks, parking lots, formal gardens, and in general grounds maintenance activities. 4. Supervising equipment operators and grounds personnel in excavating areas, removing trees, and wrecking old buildings. 5. Supervising the repair of surfaced roads and the removal of trash, leaves, and snow. 6. Preparing requisitions for supplies, materials, and equipment. 7. Conferring with nurserymen concerning plant adaptability, accepted usage, and sources of supply. 8. Coordinating grounds upkeep work with building maintenance personnel so that equipment, labs, and materials can be more efficiently utilized. 9. Performing other related work and duties as needed.
Requirements
- High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND three years of progressive experience in grounds upkeep; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Documented knowledge of the horticultural practices and/or techniques applicable to the layout and/or upkeep of formal gardens and/or grounds.
- Documented working knowledge of landscaping.
Responsibilities
- Providing construction, modification, and general upkeep of grounds areas with work assignments involving the standard application of horticultural practices.
- Conferring with superiors concerning proposed work assignments and suggesting practical ways to schedule work procedures.
- Supervising assigned crews in mowing lawns, constructing sidewalks, parking lots, formal gardens, and in general grounds maintenance activities.
- Supervising equipment operators and grounds personnel in excavating areas, removing trees, and wrecking old buildings.
- Supervising the repair of surfaced roads and the removal of trash, leaves, and snow.
- Preparing requisitions for supplies, materials, and equipment.
- Conferring with nurserymen concerning plant adaptability, accepted usage, and sources of supply.
- Coordinating grounds upkeep work with building maintenance personnel so that equipment, labs, and materials can be more efficiently utilized.
- Performing other related work and duties as needed.
Benefits
- This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits with established working hours and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business need.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
