Manager, Grounds & Fleet Maintenance

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of campus grounds services, including landscaping, turf management, irrigation, tree care, and campus beautification.
• Direct the operation and preventive maintenance of the university's vehicle and equipment fleet.
• Oversee seasonal operations such as snow and ice removal and exterior waste management.
• Provide strategic oversight through effective planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental, safety, and OSHA standards.
• Lead and supervise staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Respond to emergency and weather-related situations to ensure campus continuity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in facilities management, horticulture, landscape management, business, or a related field (equivalent experience may be substituted).
• 4 years of progressively responsible management experience in grounds maintenance, fleet management, or related operational services.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Valid State of Ohio Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain within 1 year).
• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain eligibility under university driving policies.
• Ability to work as an essential employee, including evenings, weekends, and holidays during emergencies or inclement weather.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education, municipal, healthcare, or large institutional environment.
• Certified Grounds Manager (CGM) or other relevant horticulture/landscaping certifications.
• Certified Public Fleet Professional (CPFP) or other relevant fleet management certifications.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified Automotive Technician.

About the Company

Cleveland State University is a premier urban research university dedicated to engaged learning and providing transformative educational opportunities to a diverse student body.