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Assistant Grounds Manager Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

City of Fort Wayne

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... Responsibilities * Assist with directing work crews as assigned • Support training of new or ... management, or grounds maintenance • Ability to work outdoors in all seasons and handle ...

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City Of Carmel

Golf Course Grounds Crew PT

Carmel, IN · On-site

Working under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent, you will operate equipment, assist ... Report equipment issues to the Equipment Manager * Return and store equipment properly after use

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Groundskeeper

Hammond, IN · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Grounds Keeper Reports To: Community Manager About YES: Founded in 2008, YES Communities has ... Communicate effectively with team members, vendors, and residents. * Assist with maintenance tasks ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant grounds manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Grounds Manager, you need expertise in horticulture, turf management, and landscape maintenance, often supported by a degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Familiarity with groundskeeping equipment, irrigation systems, and management software such as work order tracking systems is typically required. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication help in supervising staff and ensuring high-quality results. These skills are essential for maintaining safe, attractive grounds and efficiently managing teams and resources.

What are some common challenges faced by an assistant grounds manager, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Grounds Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating large teams, managing weather-related disruptions, and ensuring all grounds are maintained to high standards within tight schedules. Effective communication with staff, flexibility in adjusting maintenance plans, and staying current with best practices in turf management are key strategies to address these issues. Building strong relationships with vendors and other departments also helps streamline operations and improve problem-solving.

What is the difference between Assistant Grounds Manager vs Groundskeeper?

AspectAssistant Grounds ManagerGroundskeeper
CertificationsCertifications in horticulture, landscaping, or grounds management often preferredTypically no formal certifications required, but experience in landscaping is common
Work EnvironmentSupervises grounds staff, manages maintenance projects, oversees landscaping plansPerforms manual labor, maintains lawns, gardens, and outdoor spaces
ResponsibilitiesAssists in planning, coordinating grounds maintenance, and supervising staffPerforms routine maintenance, mowing, planting, and basic landscaping tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in parks, universities, corporate campuses, sports facilitiesCommon in parks, schools, residential communities, and commercial properties

The Assistant Grounds Manager typically has more supervisory and planning responsibilities, often requiring relevant certifications. Groundskeepers focus on manual outdoor maintenance tasks. Both roles are essential in maintaining outdoor spaces but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

What does an assistant grounds manager do?

An Assistant Grounds Manager supports the head grounds manager in overseeing the maintenance and care of outdoor areas such as parks, sports fields, or campuses. Their responsibilities include supervising grounds staff, scheduling maintenance tasks like mowing, landscaping, and irrigation, and ensuring equipment is properly maintained. They often help manage budgets, order supplies, and ensure that safety and environmental standards are met. This role requires strong organizational skills, leadership abilities, and knowledge of horticulture or turf management.
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Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager, Westville

Purdue University

Westville, IN • On-site

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 22 days ago

Purdue University rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 136 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

308th of 615 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager, Westville
City: Westville
Job Description:
Overview of Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager
The Assistant Manager for Building Services, Facilities Maintenance, Grounds, and General Services supports the operational leadership and daily coordination of facility-related functions for the Purdue University Northwest Westville campus. This position assists in ensuring that campus buildings, mechanical systems, grounds, and general service operations are maintained to high standards of safety, cleanliness, functionality, and appearance.
Budgeted Salary: up to $60,000
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Duties and Responsibilities of Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager
  • Provide administrative supervision to Building Services staff, including reviewing, prioritizing, and assigning projects, work requests, and preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Monitor progress and ensure timely completion of all work orders.
  • Oversee departmental workflow and guide the Building Services team to ensure efficient operations and high-quality work completion.
  • Conduct regular inspections of buildings, classrooms, event spaces, and equipment to assess safety, cleanliness, and operational condition. Identify deficiencies and direct staff on corrective actions.
  • Follow up with customers and staff to ensure expectations are met.
  • Communicate daily expectations, responsibilities, and performance standards to Building Services staff.
  • Ensure proper staffing levels and scheduling for classes, events, and general campus coverage.
  • Collaborate with the Facilities and Grounds Manager to establish and maintain standards for quality, customer service, and operational performance.
  • Promote staff development through on-the-job coaching, mentorship, and formal training opportunities.
  • Review and monitor the Building Services budgets for Westville.
  • Review and submit invoices in accordance with established policy and procedure.
  • Respond or call staff for campus emergencies and inclement weather needs.
  • Call out or schedule appropriate staff for snow and ice management.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Direct, maintain, and enforce safety programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, requirements, and building codes.
  • Serve as the Facilities and Grounds Manager in the absence of the primary manager.
  • Participate in the recruitment, search, and selection process for all Facilities staff at the Westville campus.
  • Set clear performance expectations for department managers, team leaders, and staff regarding work quality, campus appearance, and operational standards.
  • Conduct annual performance evaluations for all direct reports within the Building Services Department.
  • Address and report disciplinary matters involving Building Services staff at the Westville campus.

Benefits of Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager
  • Full benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
  • Accrue 15 days' vacation your first year, then 22 days' vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
  • University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
  • University contributions to Health Savings Account -
    • Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Employee Wellness Programs
  • Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
  • Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Education of Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager
  • High School/GED
  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Experience of Assistant Facilities and Grounds Manager
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience managing Maintenance or Facilities in an institutional or commercial environment.

Core Competencies
  • Experience with personnel management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Knowledge of central heating and cooling plants
  • troubleshooting skllls
  • Knowledge of basic grounds care

Additional Information
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.
Purdue University Northwest is an equal opportunity/equal access university.
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a student-centered university that transforms lives through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement. Located in Northwest Indiana in the greater Chicago area and near the Indiana Dunes National Park, PNW serves approximately 9,000 students, including 6,000 core students, in a wide range of academic programs at the baccalaureate, master's and applied doctoral levels.
Purdue Northwest employs more than 1,000 faculty and staff members for operations at its main campus in Hammond, Ind., and its branch campus in Westville, Ind., plus additional sites in Northwest Indiana including the Gabis Arboretum near Valparaiso, Ind. PNW's values reflect the university's commitment to respect, innovation, a student-centric university, and excellence.
PNW is consistently ranked among the best public regional universities in U.S. News & World Report's annual Best Colleges report and is recognized as a First Scholars institution as well an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University. With its vision to cultivate leaders, inspire excellence, and impact our world, PNW advances the socioeconomic mobility of its students and positively impacts regional development.
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