Manager (Austin)

Manager

Oversees all landscape maintenance operations across the University of Texas at Austin campus, ensuring the grounds are well-maintained, visually appealing, and functionally suited to campus needs.

Purpose

Performs other related duties as assigned, including collaboration with departments within the Campus Operations portfolio. Occasional overtime may be required to support organizational goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates work schedules, staffing, training, field inspections, and task prioritization for landscape maintenance, irrigation, and installation / greenhouse teams. Ensures quality control across all operational areas.
• Coordinates and establishes maintenance priorities and oversees small-scale projects across the campus.
• Monitors the UT Works system and manages work orders to ensure tasks are completed, billed appropriately, and properly documented. Verifies that daily labor reports are entered accurately and in full.
• Develops and delivers performance evaluations and provides staff with support in coaching and corrective actions.
• Operates campus vehicles and equipment safely, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for each task. Ensures that all Grounds and Landscape department employees comply with UT PPE policies.
• Oversees the operation and performance of the campus central control irrigation system to ensure efficient and effective water management.
• Provides input on campus landscape renovation projects, contributing expertise to planning and design discussions.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Driving Required

This job requires a class C operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

$80,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Work Shift

Required Materials