DescriptionJob Purpose: Manage and provide leadership to maintenance and construction support teams in landscape and grounds department. Manage the operations of the Facilities Landscaping equipment repair shop and equipment inventory. Responsible for setting employee goals, assessing employee performance and providing feedback, and making pay recommendations. Major Responsibilities:

Manage and provide maintenance support to Landscape and Grounds department, including street sweeping, equipment mechanic shop, and traffic safety painting.

Manage pressure washing program of brick and concrete walkways, stairs and other hardscape surfaces. Coordinate and liaison with Waste Management and Recycling.

Manage construction, storm drain, digging, park furnishings, concreate and brick work, asphalt repair on campus, including roads, sidewalks, steps, retaining walls, etc.

Coordinate and implement the Inclement Weather Emergency Ice and Snow Removal Program. Assist with the Institute's Emergency Storm Relief Tree Removal Plan due to tornado or ice storm.

Select, manage and purchase materials appropriate for campus applications and implementations. Coordinate and assist with special events such as Game Day Cleanup, Tech Beautification Day etc.

Manage, maintain, and operate equipment and tools including motorized vehicles and hand/power tools. Ensure work safety rules are followed.

Hire, train and manage assigned staff. Perform performance appraisals, give oral and written guidance, and recommend employment actions.

Prepare written communications, conduct meetings, develop specifications, reports, correspondence, etc. Procure materials following state purchasing policies and guidelines.

Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and developing of contractual services.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Education: Technical Diploma, Associates Degree or two years college course work or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Experience: Five to six years of job related experience

Certifications: Valid Driver’s License

Skills: This job requires knowledge in hardscape maintenance, including asphalt, concrete, brick, general construction, landscaping, OSHA safety compliance, ADA compliance, drainage maintenance, heavy equipment operation and maintenance. Extensive skills in equipment repair, pressure washing, street sweeping operations, and traffic safety including signs and street marking. Must have excellent people and leadership skills.

QualificationsPreferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education: A Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture or Construction or related field.

Preferred Work Experience: N/A

Preferred Certifications: Commercial Driver License (CDL); Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) Level 1A Certification.

Preferred Skills: N/A

Additional Information: This position requires the ability to obtain a State Purchasing Card (P-Card). Requires adherence to applicable safety rules. May require exposure to extreme weather conditions; lifting, pushing or pulling objects over 50 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods. Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check which will include a credit check.

Please visit http://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/pre-employment-screening to obtain GT's background and credit policy Impact & Influence: This position will interact on a regular basis with: Facilities landscaping staff, Facilities Management, and technical staff. This position typically will advise and counsel: Maintenance staff, campus partners, and external partners. This position will supervise: Landscape construction, maintenance crew, equipment mechanic shop, etc. 

Job: Facilities
Primary Location: Georgia-Atlanta
Organization: Facilities
Job Posting: May 7, 2019, 11:24:26 AM
Schedule: Full-time