Supervising Groundsman

The work involves responsibility for the general maintenance and upkeep of all grounds and grounds equipment of the College. Work is carried out under general supervision with leeway for independent judgement in the planning and scheduling grounds and equipment maintenance. Supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Plans, schedules, supervises and participates in grounds maintenance including, but not limited to, mowing, reseeding, fertilizing, spraying, watering, pruning, planting and the removal of debris with hand and power equipment;
• Schedules, supervises and participates in maintenance of sidewalks, parking lots and storm drains;
• Schedules, supervises and participates in layout and maintenance of gardens and athletic fields;
• Schedules, supervises and participates in snow removal and sanding of lots, sidewalks and roof areas;
• Compiles information for bids, requisitions, stores and maintains inventory;
• Instructs and supervises subordinates in the safe operation and maintenance of power and hand equipment;
• Schedules, supervises and participates in the maintenance and repair of all power and hand equipment;
• Schedules, supervises and participates in the maintenance and repair of garage and workshop;
• Schedules, supervises and participates in the daily removal of all waste from campus buildings and grounds for disposal at landfill;
• Operates a variety of tools and ground equipment, including, but not limited to, backhoes, tractors, mechanical post hold diggers, leveling instruments, chain saws, etc.;
• Completes reports as required.

Other: Full-time, 12 months, Civil Service Competitive Provisional Appointment. Civil Service Examination is a requirement for permanent appointment. Examination to be announced at later date.

Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:00PM, (40 hours per week - one hour paid lunch). Hours will vary during peak periods.

Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

(A) An Associate's Degree in Landscape Development, Recreation and Sports Area Management or related field and one (1) year of supervisory experience involving all aspects of grounds and grounds equipment maintenance; OR

(B) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years of paid work experience involving all aspects of grounds and grounds equipment maintenance, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; OR

(C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must obtain within one (1) year of appointment, and maintain, appropriate pesticide, insecticide and herbicide applicator's certification.

Must obtain with one (1) year of appointment and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License with a "B" classification (CDL-B)

Preferred Skills, Abilities and Characteristics:

Good knowledge of grounds maintenance operations and upkeep practices; good knowledge of planting, cultivating, pruning, and general care of plants, flowers, shrubs and lawns; good knowledge of the symptoms and means of combatting insects and other pests typical of the area; good knowledge of the operation of machinery and tools used in groundskeeping; good knowledge in the maintenance of groundskeeping machinery, equipment and tools; working knowledge of snow removal and related equipment, including maintenance of ploughs, tractors, blowers and salters; working knowledge of welding, mechanical fabrication and repair of equipment including small engines; working knowledge of construction methods; ability to read blueprints; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to perform routine arduous manual work; ability to follow oral and written instructions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Additional Information:
Deadline for Applying: January 9, 2026

Position begins ASAP

Starting Salary - $29.0563 (Grade 10/Step 2) CSEA Employees - According to contract

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.


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