SUPERVISOR BUILDING SERVICE / MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR GROUNDS

 SUPERVISOR BUILDING SERVICE

 DEFINITION:
 
 Under  direction, supervises and works with a group of  employees
 engaged in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings and grounds;
 does related work as required.

 NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for
 illustrative  purposes only.  A particular  position  using  this
 title   may   not  perform  all  duties  listed   in   this   job
 specification.  Conversely, all duties performed on the  job  may
 not be listed.
 
 EXAMPLES OF WORK:

 Inspects, analyzes, and determines the cleaning work to  be  done
 and the materials and supples needed.

 Develops  work  plans  for  cleaning  and  maintenance  work  and
 develops effective work methods.

 Gives  assignments  to employees engaged in cleaning  maintenance
 work and supervises the performance of their work.

 Supervises  the cleaning and care of buildings, the  cleaning  of
 desks,  chairs, rugs, windows, and other furniture and  fixtures,
 the  sweeping and washing of floors, and the applying of wax  and
 polish to wooden, linoleum, and composition floors.

 May  supervise the cleaning of snow from sidewalks, mowing lawns,
 and raking of leaves.

 May supervise the work of the elevator operator.

 Obtains,  safeguards, and distributes and supervises the  use  of
 cleaning  and  general  maintenance  equipment,  materials,   and
 supplies.

 Prepares  and  maintains records of personnel,  time,  equipment,
 materials, and supplies and work completed.

 Will  be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
 and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used
 by  the agency, office, or related units.

 REQUIREMENTS:

 EXPERIENCE:

 Three (3) years of experience in work involving the cleaning
 and maintenance of furniture, fixtures, offices, and buildings.

 LICENSE:

 Appointees  will be required to possess a driver's  license
 valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
 than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential
 duties of the  position.

 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge of problems, procedures, methods, equipment, and
 supplies used in cleaning and washing windows, polishing floors,
 and in dusting desks, chairs, and other furniture.

 Knowledge of methods used in establishing, maintaining, and
 developing effective work procedures used in obtaining, storing,
 safeguarding, distributing, and supervising proper use of
 equipment, materials, and supplies.

 Knowledge of the establishment and maintenance of records and
 files of personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, work done,
 time spent, and cost.

 Ability to analyze building cleaning problems.

 Ability to organize assigned work and develop effective work
 methods.

 Ability to give suitable assignments and instructions.

 Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
 recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or 
 related units.

 Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in
 English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
 American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
 as acceptable forms of  communication.

 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long 
 as they can perform the essential functions of the job after
 reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations.
 If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause
 the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

 CODES: LG-06466            CAH/hw                   3/5/97

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR GROUNDS

DEFINITION:

Under direction, supervises and works with staff responsible for the care and 
maintenance of outdoor areas such as recreational areas, gardens, lawns, athletic 
fields, and indoor/outdoor turf; operates a variety of equipment, tools, and machinery 
used to care for and maintain grounds; supervises staff and work activities; performs 
other related duties as required.

NOTE:  The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. 
A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job 
specification.  Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Supervises and works with a team of grounds maintenance workers.

Ensures staff keeps lawns, gardens, parks, and other outside areas healthy and 
visually appealing.

Trims and cuts grass and hedges.

Operates equipment such as lawn mowers, weed trimmers, edgers, leaf blowers, snow 
blowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment associated with ground maintenance 
and landscaping activities.

Performs minor maintenance on mowers and other equipment such as changing oil, 
lubricating parts, and adjusting parts.

Supervises the storage of equipment and supplies.

Measures, grades, grooms, and marks athletic fields and other recreational/game areas, 
including the use of leveling equipment.

Maintains the safety and cleanliness of grounds, including removing litter, sweeping 
walkways, raking leaves, spreading salt, and removing snow and ice.

Maintains the safety of playgrounds and recreational areas by filling holes, regrading 
ball fields, and keeping play areas free of debris and dangerous obstructions. 

Makes minor repairs to recreational equipment such as goal posts, soccer nets, and 

other equipment.

Plants, waters, and maintains shrubs, trees, lawns, and flowers.

Sets up bleachers.

Sprays for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals.

Constructs, assembles, positions, and makes minor repairs to various playground, park, 
and sport equipment.

Paints signs, benches, tables, bleachers, and other items as required.

Maintains and makes minor repairs to hand tools, automotive and mechanical equipment, 
and facilities.

Mixes and pours cement, and rakes asphalt to repair and patch walks and/or recreational 
areas such as tennis courts.

Loads and unloads trucks.

May clean restrooms.

Supervises the work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for 
effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting, and/or disciplining 
of employees.

Prepares clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, 
conclusions, and recommendations.

Supervises the establishment and maintenance of essential records and files.

May install, maintain, and repair in-ground water irrigation systems.

Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual 
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of experience in the care and maintenance of grounds; one (1) year 
of which shall have been in a lead worker and/or assistant supervisor capacity.

LICENSE:

Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if 
the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform 
the essential duties of the position.

NOTE:  Appointees may be required to possess valid licensure as a Commercial Pesticide 
Applicator in one or more categories pertinent to the position. The appointing authority 
is responsible for certification and license verification.

NOTE:  Appointees may be required to obtain valid certification as a Commercial Pesticide 
Applicator in one or more categories pertinent to the position. Licensure and certification 
must be obtained within a specific timeframe designated by the appointing authority.

NOTE:  Appointees may be required to complete training and/or obtain valid certification 
as a Certified Fertilizer Applicator (CFA) or Trained Fertilizer Applicator (TFA) issued 
by Rutgers University. If pertinent to the position, certification must be obtained within 
a specific timeframe designate by the appointing authority.

NOTE:  Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 
and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated. The 
responsibility for ensuring that appointees possess the required motor vehicle license 
and applicable endorsements rests with the appointing authority.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the procedures, materials, tools, and equipment used to care for and 
maintain grounds.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to 
groundskeeping and maintenance work.

Ability to perform a variety of indoor and outdoor manual labor tasks involved in the 
care and maintenance of grounds.

Ability to cut grass, rake leaves, and weed.

Ability to operate equipment/machinery used in maintaining grounds and/or turf.

Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment and tools.

Ability to keep grounds free of debris and dangerous obstructions.

Ability to supervise assigned staff and plan, organize, and implement projects within 
the unit.

Ability to give, understand, and follow oral or written instructions.

Ability to plant and care for flowers, trees, and shrubs.

Ability to sanitize and clean restrooms.

Ability to work harmoniously with associates and others.

Ability to mark athletic fields and care for equipment, materials, and supplies.

Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, 
conclusions, and recommendations.

Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording 
and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently 
to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be 
considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential 
functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation 
cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons 
may not be eligible.

CODE:  06731     5/2/2022

DUAL TITLE CODE;  06864