Landscape Operations Manager

Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title

Landscape Operations Manager Job Description:

PRIMARY PURPOSE/GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Assist the Director of Grounds, to include administration, management and maintenance of all campus grounds, sustainable horticultural practices, irrigation responsibilities and grounds at off campus, college properties. Responsible for assisting in the supervision of grounds staff.

Manage the inventory of supplies for all department needs.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This information is intended to be a descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Assist and perform supervision and training of grounds staff including student workers (as needed), temporary employees, contracted vendors and volunteers.
• Assist with and perform/supervise repairs and modifications to irrigation systems.
• Responsible for modification of existing irrigation systems as well as planning, cost estimating, and installation of new systems.
• Responsible for managing, scheduling and adjusting irrigation systems for optimum watering-Via Rainbird, Maxicom Central Irrigation System.
• Responsible for spraying weeds and insect pests on campus grounds plants.
• Maintenance of lawns, shrubs, trees, ground covers, walks.
• Application of fertilizers, insecticides, sprays.
• Maintenance of all asphalt, concrete pavements and hardscape materials.
• Management and care of gardening power equipment as well as ensuring all grounds personnel adhere to safety practices with the objectives of preventing injuries to staff.
• Apply systematic approach to grounds maintenance and supports change management efforts and best practices.
• Work with Director on preparation of grounds for public events such as Commencement, etc.
• Work with staff on clearing of ma...