Grounds Manager

Job Title
Grounds Manager


Requisition Number
RE52036


Working Title

Department Name
3CP07:Phys Plt-Grounds Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
47


Salary Range
$57,158-94,286/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


7 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; Repetitive motion.

May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, temperature and weather extremes while traversing cross-campus, assessing overall landscape, treescape, and grounds as well as reviewing job-site(s).



Shift

8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday)Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, and crisis management requiring evening(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.



Job Summary

The University of Kentucky – Facilities Management is seeking a skilled Grounds Manager to lead our team in overseeing the operation and maintenance of the grounds, landscaping, and seasonal plantings at the University’s prestigious Lexington Campus.

About the University:

The University of Kentucky is a 918-acre campus located in the heart of the Bluegrass, in Lexington, Kentucky. UK is the flagship and land grant university in the state and is one of only eight institutions in the country with the full complement of liberal arts, engineering, professional, agricultural, and medical colleges and disciplines on one contiguous campus.

Grounds Manager Role & Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Administration: Reporting directly to the Executive Director for Facilities Maintenance, the position provides administrative and leadership direction to a department of approximately 85 staff to ensure the upkeep of our campus grounds, garage services, and arboriculture program.

• Maintenance Oversight: The position oversees the maintenance of our facilities garage services, including a diverse fleet of vehicles used for grounds maintenance, facilities upkeep, and snow removal.

• Collaborative Planning: Works closely with various stakeholders, including Facilities Management teams, to prioritize and address campus needs in alignment with the University’s Landscape Master Plan.

• Performance Monitoring: Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure consistently meeting or exceeding customer requirements. Utilize established systems to monitor grounds and equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance with schedules and procedures.

• Fiscal Management: Take charge of fiscal responsibilities related to grounds, garage services, and arboriculture projects. Participate in budget preparation and administration, ensuring cost containment and compliance with financial constraints.

• Safety & Compliance: Foster a ‘Safety First’ culture, ensuring compliance with all safety procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Internal Employee Being Considered



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows/Office; SAP; KRONOS; Construction/Code Compliance; University Policies & Procedures

Driver’s License — Preferred

Knowledge and understanding of the Content of Designs; Keen Visualization Skills; Proven Creative Designs (Eye Pleasing and Functional); Understanding of Conservation Issues; Practicality; and Concern for the Environment.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree + 7 Years

Associate’s Degree + 9 Years



Deadline to Apply
10/28/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.