Building/Grounds Manager

Building/Grounds Manager

Full Time
JR-10198

JOB SUMMARY:

The Building and Grounds Manager for Livestock Poultry Health is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation and management of LPH facilities and grounds. This includes ensuring safety, functionality, and compliance of building and grounds, coordinating with contractors and implementing schedules to support the staff, operations and functional of LPH. This individual will serve as Clemson University Building Security Coordinator for LPH. This individual would be on call should any emergency arise at LPH. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

20% – Supervision: Supervises one Trades Specialist IV to maintain building, equipment, ground maintenance & vehicle maintenance. Maintains records of all equipment and preventative maintenance reports and ensures that all repairs are scheduled based on what is recommended to keep equipment 40% – General maintenance, repairs, safety compliance and grounds maintenance: Direct and coordinate all routine maintenance, repair and daily operation of building and grounds to include incinerator, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and painting. Performs all analysis of all repairs, rehabilitation or new construction projects at LPH including safety/cost analysis as well as permitting concerns. Acts as liaison to all outside vendors and contractors. Gives final inspection and completion approval for all project prior to payment. Keeps Operations Manager and Director of LPH informed of all activities. 15% – Supports goals of LPH: Assist Director and Operations Manager with planning, operations and compliance for all systems to support goals of at LPH. 10% – Clemson University Building Security Coordinator for LPH: This individual would fill the role of Clemson University Building Security Coordinator and required to take all training and certifications associated with this role. 15% – Carpentry, Electrical and Plumbing Repairs: Handles routine plumbing repairs to lavatories, bathrooms, and equipment such as steam generator, water distillers, auto calves and sterilizers. Replaced valves, fitting and filter. Contact outside vendors when necessary to complete repairs

JOB CODE: KA30

EMPLOYEE TYPE: Regular FTE Staff

Minimum Requirements:

An Associate’s degree and professional experience directly related to the area of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Recognize or inspect visually: 10% Extends hands or arms in any direction: 5% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 10% Stand for Prolonged Period: 10% Walk or move about: 30% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 5%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet and/or humid: 5% Exposure to dust/fumes: 5% Exposure to heat or cold: 15% Mechanical hazards: 10% Electrical hazards: 5% Overnight travel: 5%

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

• Expected Salary Range
• $52,100 – $76,000

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Emergency Response – In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University’s initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call.

JOB LOCATION: Columbia, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 28, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

To apply, visit https://clemson.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Clemson_Careers/job/-/Building-Grounds-Manager_JR-10198

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