Grounds Foreman

Maintains the grounds of a formally landscaped college campus and off campus sites (Patriot's Point Athletic fields, Grice Marine Lab, Stono Preserve and Lockwood). Performs chemical applications, pond/water feature maintenance and general landscape maintenance. Other duties include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance such as policing the grounds, debris pickup, fertilizing, blowing walkways, weeding, pruning, unclogging drainage as needed, etc.

Supervise and work with a crew of groundskeepers in the performance of their duties.

High School diploma / GED and 5 years' experience in landscaping. The ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions. Knowledge of commonly used landscape plants and irrigation systems helpful. Pesticide applications license is required. Must have valid SC driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel as needed. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Must have knowledge of proper use and care of power and hand tools. Basic knowledge of irrigation systems is preferred. Must be able to direct, assign, and motivate others. Must be reliable and responsible. Must have effective oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.

Must be able to operate landscaping equipment/tools, including sprayers and spreaders, and recognize/identify/treat ornamental plant and tree pathogens and diseases. Knowledge of pond and water feature maintenance would be helpful.

Must be reliable and responsible. Prefer working knowledge of methods/procedures associated with maintenance of plants and flowers, both annual and perennial. Must be able to recognize and know when and how to treat ornamental pathogens and diseases.

Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using e-mail. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is preferred. Experience in utilizing on-line work order systems is a plus. Skill with electronic devices such as iPhone and iPad is preferred.

All employees at the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.

Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and be in good physical condition to perform duties as described. Some work after normal hours and call back may be required. Example: Graduations and Move-in's.

Must be physically able to perform duties as described, including lifting and handling heavy equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and working outside in all types of weather. Must be able to stand and walk around the campus performing grounds keeping duties for the entire shift. Must be able to drive to off campus sites each week. Must be able to climb steps/ladders, bend, reach, and stoop as necessary to perform grounds keeping duties. Some weekend, overtime, and call back work may be required to handle special events, peak workloads, and emergencies. May be required to be on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, snow/ice storms, etc.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

1. Supports the Grounds Manager with administrative work for the department that needs to be completed ( AIM, POs, Work orders, Spreadsheet); oversees maintenance contracts, meets expectations on deadlines for projects and events on campus. Be available for Hurricanes, Graduations and Move-ins

2. Provides monthly training to employees on proper maintenance and maintenance techniques for equipment, as well as use and care of electric tools, hand tools and golf carts according to OSHA requirements.

3. Assume additional tasks as assigned to cover work for grounds staff that are on vacation are call out that needs to be completed. Duties may include, but not limited to, policing, blowing off sidewalks, spraying weeds, applying lawn treatments, checking fountain operations, ponds, and irrigation clocks. Provides assistance to the athletic fields at Patriots Point as needed to include weekends.

5. Operate Streetsweeper during seasonal times on campus. Areas may include, but not limited to, street curb/leaf cleaning, center of campus sidewalks and parking lots to maintain a certain level of cleanliness on campus

6. Inspects Stono Preserve as needed. Performs maintenance work as assigned.

7. Assume the role of acting supervisor in the absence of either Main Campus or Patriots point grounds supervisor.