Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

Position Number: SE0465

Employee Class Description

Staff

General Position Description

The Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, reporting directly to the Managing Director of Grounds, oversees both campus landscape and hardscape maintenance utilizing both in-house and contracted services, as well as the Fleet Maintenance activities carried out by the on-site mechanics.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Fully On-site: Employee performs all of their job duties at a Valencia College location, with flexibility in the work schedule, if appropriate.

Posting Number: S4009P

Location(s)

Orlando, FL 32825 – East Campus

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)

Monday – Thursday: 5:00 AM-2:30 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM-9:00 AM
Please Note: This position will operate in a fully on-site environment.

Posting End Date: 08/13/2026

Salary Range: $44,389 – $47,938 per year

Description of Job Function

1. Supervises maintenance of campus grounds utilizing horticultural practices with a variety of hand held equipment. Supervises all aspects of campus irrigation and IPM programs and complies with safety and regulatory audits.

2. Supervises campus hardscape maintenance/repair including planters, sidewalks, permanent signage, patios, and streets including routine blowing, pressure washing and removal of graffiti, litter, etc. and routine policing of campus to keep both landscape and common areas free of fallen leaves, litter, debris, unapproved signs, etc.

3. Fleet Maintenance: Supervises the campus mechanics providing preventative and reactive maintenance on all campus-wide vehicles and 2-cycle equipment utilized by the in-house Grounds Teams; ensuring that proper maintenance and inventory records are kept; all services are delivered in timely and professional manner exceeding customer service expectations; all shop areas are maintained a safe, clean and professional condition. Providing professional development opportunities for mechanic staff and creating ways to integrate mechanic staff into Grounds Department meetings and interface with other College Departments.

4. Supervises/schedules work assignments of groundskeepers, mechanics, technicians and other departmental personnel to assure professional, proactive services are delivered.

5. Participates in preparing and submitting timesheets, vacation requests and absences; ensures that all chemical MSDS information is current; tracks billing and reconciles invoices against goods and services received. Further responsible for assisting and monitoring campus Grounds and Fleet budget. Administers all college policies and procedures.

6. Analyzes overall grounds/landscaping program and recommends changes and/or submit plans for improvement. Assists in designing landscapes and develops long-range plans for the campus areas. Develops seasonal, proactive maintenance program for campus grounds. Primary point person in managing and developing equipment needs for campus.

7. Tracks department P-card purchases, generates requisitions, reconciles invoices, and ensures purchase card transactions are reviewed and verified. Assists in developing annual budgets.

8. Provides on and off campus educational opportunities for assigned staff in relevant subject areas. Performs employee evaluations and employee performance development when needed. Pursues personal development opportunities and evaluates the department’s usage to the latest technology, policies, practices and equipment.

9. Prepares preventative maintenance programs for landscape, hardscape, irrigation, equipment and fleet inventories. Enforces relevant regulations. Prepares campus grounds for weather related emergencies and subsequent clean up. Has ongoing role in helping develop campus landscaping for special events and ensuring safety protocols are met.

10. Consistently maintains an image reflecting the College’s dedication to excellence.

11. Assigns tasks generated from the computerized work order system; assists outside departments with event set-up, furniture moving and other tasks and fosters positive relationships between departments.

12. Other duties as assigned.

Drivers License Requirement

REQUIRED: Must possess valid Florida Driver’s License. Employee will be required to operate a college vehicle, including but not limited to on and between campuses and in the local community, in order to perform the essential job functions.

Required Minimum Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Other Required Qualifications

Microsoft Office software and computer operated irrigation system software.

Required License/Certification

Must possess a valid State of Florida Drivers’ License or ability to acquire within 60 days of hire.
Chemical Applicators License from the State of Florida.

Preferred Education & Field of Study

Minimum AA degree from a college or trade school in horticulture or closely related field.

Preferred Type of Experience

Minimum 7 years’ experience, with minimum 3 years’ experience scheduling/supervising a grounds maintenance team, or a combination of education and experience.

Experience overseeing mechanics and Fleet/2-cycle maintenance utilizing in-house and contracted vendors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of Central Florida native/ornamental landscape design, installation and maintenance and the equipment needed to accomplish these tasks.

2. Ability to perform manual labor.

3. Able to oversee administrative and field activities simultaneously and provide customer and employee satisfaction.

4. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

5. Time management, flexibility and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.

6. Computer literacy skills

7. Ability to organize Grounds Team and Contractor activities.

8. Ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, other departments and outside vendors.

General Working Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and throughout the College’s worksites and grounds. Within the professional office environment, the employee will routinely operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, mouse, phones, photocopiers, printers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet and occasionally moderate. While operating outside of the office environment, the employee may be exposed to elements including but not limited to wet/humid weather, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and unpleasant odors. The role may also involve hazards or physical risks, which require comprehending and following basic safety precautions and may require Personal Protection Equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to remaining stationary, moving, ascending/descending, positioning self, reaching, lifting/moving objects weighing between 5-100 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making.

The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job specific working conditions

Will be required to operate a college vehicle, including but not limited to on and between campuses and in the local community, in order to perform the essential job functions.

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