Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

The Grounds Maintenance Lead oversees the care of 35+ acres, ensuring a neat, clean, and beautiful environment aligned with the purposes of Brigham Young University and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Responsibilities include landscaping tasks such as cleanliness, turf, tree, shrub, and weed maintenance, irrigation upkeep and repairs, snow removal, pest and disease reporting, and flowerbed design. 

What you’ll do in this position:

Level 1

• General Cleanliness: Pick up litter, change garbage liners, remove illegal fliers, and clean after tasks.
• Turf Maintenance: Edge sidewalks and curbs, string trim, mow, clean grass clippings, report pests/disease, aerate, sod, and topdress
• Flower Care: Design, plant, water, weed, deadhead flowers, identify pests/diseases, coordinate chemical applications.
  • Tree & Shrub Maintenance: Remove leaves/weeds, apply mulch, prune ground covers, identify pests/diseases, coordinate pruning and chemical applications
  • Sprinkler Head Maintenance: Inspect, repair, adjust, and replace damaged heads; report valve/line issues.
  • Operate WeatherTrak Irrigation Controls.
  • Maintains hard surfaces including weeding cracks in curbs, gutters, and walks, blowing & sweeping and reporting vandalism
  • Assist with Sweeper Operations: Help Heavy/Specialized Equipment Supervisor with sidewalk/road cleaning.
  • Maintain Dead Plant List: Track plants for campus restoration.
  • On-Call Snow Removal: Available 24/7 during the season for snow removal and communication to ensure campus safety.
  • Removes snow for all public pedestrian and vehicle access areas, including walks, stairs, roads, parking lots, plazas, crosswalks, ADA areas
• Team Collaboration: Work with other snow removal teams to ensure efficient operations.
• Coordinate Events: Work with Special Events Supervisor to support activities in the work area.
• Manage Employee Records: Use Workday for approving time, hiring, raises, and terminations.
• Trains and mentors new employees

Level 2 - All the essential functions of a level 1 plus the following additional duties.

• Schedules and perform specialized tasks such as sodding, pruning, aerating, sprinkler audits, etc. 
• Reports disease and breakage problems for trees and shrubs
• Maintains flower beds, including cultivating, fertilizing, pruning, and reporting disease and pest problems
• Coordinate Hard Surface Maintenance. Work with Hardscape Specialist on campus maintenance and submit service request for heavily weeded areas that need to be sprayed
  • Equipment Care: Perform regular maintenance on all equipment.
  • Maintains tool inventory
  • Performs daily pre and post trip inspections
  • Teaches safety to employees, ensures safe workplace practices and provides necessary safety equipment
  • On-Call Snow Removal: Available 24/7 during the season for snow removal and communication to ensure campus safety.
  • Removes snow for all public pedestrian and vehicle access areas, including walks, stairs, roads, parking lots, plazas, crosswalks, ADA areas, trails, and athletic fields.
  • Team Collaboration: Work with other snow removal teams to ensure efficient operations
  • Trains, mentors, and onboards new hires, lower-level employees, and other shop employees.
  • Trains and mentors Grounds Maintenance Specialists I

What qualifies you for this role:

Grounds Maintenance Supervisor 1

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• 2+ years grounds maintenance experience and leading a staff of a minimum of 8+ employees.
• Pass a post-offer physical exam.
• Demonstrate strong supervising, mentoring, and training skills.
• Hold a valid Driving Medical Certificate.
• Work courteously with university employees and visitors.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Adhere to the University's Honor Code and grooming standards.
• Maintain effective computer and record-keeping skills.

Preferred

• 2+ years grounds maintenance experience and leading a staff of a minimum of 8+ employees
• Associate’s degree or higher in landscape maintenance or a related field
• One or more licenses and/or certification:
  • Pesticide Applicator license
  • Master Gardener certification
  • QWEL (Quality Water Efficient Landscaper)
  • ISA (International Society of Arborists)
  • CGT (Certified Grounds Technician)
  • LTC (Landscape Technician Certification)

Grounds Maintenance Supervisor 2

Required

• 4+ years grounds maintenance experience and leading a staff of a minimum of 8+ employees.
• Pass a post-offer physical exam.
• Demonstrate strong supervising, mentoring, and training skills.
• Hold a valid Driving Medical Certificate.
• Work courteously with university employees and visitors.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Adhere to the University's Honor Code and grooming standards.
• Maintain effective computer and record-keeping skills.
• One or more licenses and/or certification:
• Pesticide Applicator license
• Master Gardener certification
• QWEL (Quality Water Efficient Landscaper)
• ISA (International Society of Arborists)
• CGT (Certified Grounds Technician)
• LTC (Landscape Technician Certification)

Preferred

• 4+ years grounds maintenance experience and leading staff of a minimum of 8+ employees.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in landscape maintenance or a related field.

Physical Exam and Lift Test    

Required for both Level 1 and Level 2

Physical Effort

• Moderate – Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions
  • Mowing: performed daily for approximately 4–8 hours. Requires hearing and eye protection, closed-toe shoes, gloves, and sunscreen.
  • String trimmer, edger: performed daily for approximately 3–4 hours. Requires hearing and eye protection, closed-toe shoes, gloves, and sunscreen.
  • Leaf vacuum: performed daily for approximately 1–2 hours. Requires hearing and eye protection, closed-toe shoes, gloves, and sunscreen.
  • Blower: performed daily for approximately 2 hours. Requires hearing and eye protection, closed-toe shoes, gloves, and sunscreen.
  • Misc. lifting (up to 50 lbs): performed three times per week for approximately 1 hour. Requires gloves and closed-toe shoes.
  • Shovel, rake, cultivator: performed daily for approximately 1 hour. Requires gloves and closed-toe shoes.
  • Seasonal flower planting (kneeling, bending, digging): Performed daily for 6–8 hours over a two-week period, twice per year. Requires gloves and closed-toe shoes.
  • Snow removal – shovel and drive equipment: performed daily during snowstorms for approximately 3–18 hours. Requires warm, layered clothing including a coat, hat, gloves, boots, as well as hearing and eye protection.

• Environment
  • Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters associated with physical requirements

• Hazards
  • Frequent existing or potential hazards associated with physical requirements

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade:

49, 50

Typical Starting Pay:

Supervisor 1 - Level 49: $47,500 - $61,500

Supervisor 2 - Level 50: $52,500 - $68,000

**Must apply by 11:59 pm MST 01/01/2026.

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!