Grounds Foreman

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values can be found here. The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Job Summary

Responsible for maintenance and supervision of all grounds related duties and staff required for all Augusta University Landscaping personnel in coordination with Manager and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Grounds: Performs, using proper tools with correct technique, all grounds/facility related tasks including, but not limited to, waste management, pruning, mowing, trimming, weeding, chemical application, watering, planting, pressure washing, pest control, irrigation, masonry, painting, event set-up/teardown, etc.
• Supervising, Planning and Training: Assist in developing staffing plans and schedules to ensure adequate coverage for daily tasks, projects, and events. Assist in supervising, directing, and training employees in performing grounds/facility related tasks in addition to assisting with coordinating event setup and extra duty requests. Fill in for the campus manager when they are unavailable.
• Operates Vehicles and Light Construction Equipment: Safely and correctly operates vehicles and light construction equipment including, but not limited to, golf cart, mower, street sweeper, backhoe etc. Responsible for keeping construction equipment and vehicles in good condition, which includes cleaning and regular maintenance checks.
• Maintains Grounds Equipment: Ensures all grounds equipment is regularly cleaned, maintained, and replaced as needed in coordination with department mechanic and supervisor. Responsible for maintaining adequate documentation on equipment care.
• Provide time and labor accounting: Provide team labor time accounting utilizing a computer-based Facilities tracking program.
• Other Duties: Perform any other related duties and assignments as instructed by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization with seven (7) years of experience in grounds maintenance work.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with (7) seven or more years of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance and supervision.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to read and comprehend location maps.
• Able to follow and give specific oral and written instructions.
• Able to use standard power and hand tools.
• Able to perform heavy manual labor under all conditions.
• Able to operate and maintain grounds equipment.
• Able to delegate and review performance.
• Able to work well with others, must possess ability to make decisions independently on routine assignments.
• Able to work independently but also part of team.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days: Monday-Friday
Pay Band: 8
Salary : $21.83/hourly - $24.09/hour
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: 7/15/26 Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365