HORTICULTURE SUPERVISOR

Position We are hiring immediately for a full time Horticulture Supervisor position. Location University of South Florida – 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620. (Openings at other locations within the school district available) Schedule Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. Full and Part Time options with flexibility to meet most scheduling needs. Salary Fixed Pay Rate: $22.50 per hour. Perks SSC invests in employee training and growth opportunities and offers a comprehensive benefits package along with same‑day pay. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 401K with Company Match Disability Insurance Life Insurance/AD Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace & Employee Shopping Program Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance And More… Job Summary Leads a small team in the performance of routine tasks associated with grounds management: trains, assigns, coordinates, and reviews the work of grounds personnel. Performs a variety of skilled groundskeeping tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage ornamental landscapes, including lawns, small trees, groundcovers, shrubs, and annual/perennial color displays. Perform weed abatement and other grounds‑related functions. Oversee and perform skilled grounds maintenance work including planting, cultivating, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, and irrigating trees, shrubs, hedges, and lawns; water lawns and plants by hand as needed. Operate grounds‑keeping power equipment as necessary. Coordinate and assist with the clearing of trash and other debris. Coordinate and participate in the maintenance of parking lots, walks, driveways, asphalt play areas, fences, and other areas. Assist management with the completion and submittal of weekly tool, equipment, and vehicle maintenance reports. Deploy for emergency response due to inclement weather (e.g., snow, ice) or other crises. Maintain professional written and oral communication with team leader, supervisor, and the general public. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Two years of experience as a team leader in grounds management. Ability to operate grounds‑related equipment. Ability to repeatedly lift 25 pounds and kneel, bend, or stoop for extended periods of time. Working Conditions Exposure to strenuous labor for extended periods; use of heavy equipment; hazardous construction zones; extreme weather; and contact with paint and petroleum products. Approximately 90% physical labor and 10% training and miscellaneous duties. Additional Information SSC maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. EEO Statement Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr