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Grounds Manager - Higher Education

Jacksonville, FL

  • Custodial

  • Salaried

Job Description

The Groundskeeping Manager is responsible for providing leadership, support, consultative, operational and regulatory review services to enhance existing landscapes and grounds maintenance. May also oversee other services such as transportation, pest control and turf maintenance. Works with supervisors in related fields to ensure achievement of departmental goals and client expectations. Ensures the maintenance, including the handling of inclement weather, and improvements of grounds are handled effectively and efficiently.

 

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Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the hiring, training and performance management of management staff and effectively communicating departmental policies and safety regulations

• Reviews work orders, organizes and ensures work is completed in a timely manner according to safety standards and sustainability practices

• Oversees grounds and construction projects throughout location and develops relationships with clients/campus community in conjunction with facility/property leadership

• Works with the client to create and implement new policies and procedures to enhance landscape and ground maintenance

• Determines fiscal requirements and prepares budget for the department ensuring client needs are met

• Develops and owns accountability for a culture that creates a safe work environment

•Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA and other local, state and federal regulations and communicates such regulations to grounds staff

 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/related field or equivalent experience required

• 5+ years of previous experience in groundskeeping/horticulture

• 3+ years experience managing grounds crew

• Non-commercial driver's license required

• Extensive knowledge of landscape irrigation systems and Arboriculture.

• Experience in maintenance management systems such as CMMS

• Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures

• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization as well as external vendors and contractors

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Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on FacebookInstagram and Twitter.

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