Grounds Supervisor/Manager

By The St. Paul's Schools, February 20 - Brooklandville, Maryland

The St. Paul’s Schools is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time grounds superintendent to start as soon as possible.     School Overview   Voted one of Baltimore’s top workplaces, the St. Paul’s Schools is a family of independent schools located in Brooklandville, Maryland. With more than 1,400 students from ages 6 weeks to grade 12, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School (coed), St. Paul’s School for Boys, and St. Paul’s School for Girls share a 120-acre campus, an Episcopal affiliation, and a focus on developing confident, well-balanced students who will use their education and ethics to improve the world.   A coordinated structure allows The St. Paul’s Schools to preserve the small school feel within each school while sharing resources and certain programs to maximize opportunities for students. With St. Paul’s unique model, boys and girls are taught together and separately at just the right times in their development.  The St. Paul’s School is a community that leads with love and creates and a community of authentic belonging.   Position Description   The primary responsibilities for this position would include oversight of all grounds upkeep of our 120-acre campus that is composed of various common areas, roadways, walkways, landscape beds, and athletic fields.   This is a 12-month position reporting to our Director of Operations.   Grounds Management:   ·       Plan, direct, and supervise all activities related to the maintenance of school grounds, including lawns, gardens, athletic fields, playgrounds, and parking lots. ·       Develop and implement schedules for mowing, pruning, fertilizing, irrigation, pest control, and general upkeep of outdoor areas. ·       Oversee preparation and maintenance of athletic fields to meet safety and performance standards. ·       Coordinate and promptly plan for and respond to weather-related emergencies, such as snow or storms.  ·       Serve as additional staff member for large event setups on campus such as graduations, celebrations and ‘all hands-on deck’ needs.   Personnel Management: ·       Recruit, train, and supervise groundskeeping staff, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. ·       Schedule and assign tasks to team members, ensuring optimal productivity and effective resource use. ·       Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to employees. ·       Participate in and attend all operations teams’ meetings as a positive contributor to the team.   Equipment and Supplies: ·       Maintain an inventory of groundskeeping tools, vehicles, and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and safe operation. ·       Coordinate repairs, replacements, and procurement of new equipment as necessary. ·       Monitor and manage budgets for groundskeeping supplies and equipment. ·       Develop and enforce policies for the safe use of chemicals, machinery, and tools.   Planning and Reporting: ·       Develop long-term plans for landscaping improvements and maintenance projects. ·       Prepare reports and recommendations on groundskeeping activities, costs, and future needs. ·       Collaborate with director of operations to plan and prioritize special projects or events.   Key Qualifications   ·       High school diploma or equivalent is required with a 2- or 4-year degree in turfgrass management, horticulture, landscaping, or a related field is preferred. ·       Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a Grounds Superintendent or other managerial role with experience in planning grounds operations.  ·       Must be well versed in all maintenance processes including health and safety regulations with solid understanding of technical aspects of chemical applications, irrigation systems, fertilizer applications, horticultural techniques, athletic field setup, and snow removal processes. ·       Working knowledge of Grounds machines and equipment. ·       Must be able to communicate with all campus constituencies. ·       Possess outstanding organizational and leadership abilities. ·       On a regular and continuous basis, exercise sound judgement and assume responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the maintenance department.   At St. Paul’s Schools, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and contributions. We believe that diversity enriches education, empowering students to reach their fullest potential. By embracing a culture of inclusion, we prepare our students to succeed in an increasingly interconnected and multicultural world. We stand firmly against all forms of prejudice, including those related to race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic background, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical appearance.   The St. Paul’s Schools has a compensation scale based on direct years of experience and degree held.  Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidates’ years of experience, education and skills.  For this opportunity, our salary range is $65,000 to $68,000 annually.   Candidates with additional experience or qualifications may be offered a salary outside of the range shown.  In addition, full-time team members gain access to our robust benefits package designed to support your well-being, inside and outside of work. This includes a competitive healthcare package (medical, dental, and vision), disability protection, participation in our 403(b) retirement plan which has an immediate employer contribution and a generous time off package, including wellness days because we believe you may need a day off ‘just because!’.   Beyond the basics, we offer extras like a lunch stipend, access to multiple fitness centers on campus and professional development experiences to continue your learning.  In addition, full-time employees who choose The St. Paul’s Schools for their children’s educational journey, are eligible to receive a tuition remission benefit.  Your salary will be commensurate with your experience and reflect the value you bring to our team.   Ready to join our team? Please submit your cover letter, resume, and list of references to Shannon Duckett, Executive Director of Human Resources, at sduckett@stpaulsmd.org. The St. Paul’s Schools embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

By Memorial Park Conservancy, February 3 - Houston, Texas

Job Summary: The Grounds Operations Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the Turf and Grounds Department. This includes managing a team that is responsible for the year-round care and maintenance of turf areas, irrigation systems, trails, and other general park areas. Through oversight and strong collaboration across all departments, the Grounds Operations Manager will work to promote a superlative experience for all park users.   Responsibilities and Duties Include: ·       Supervise the Turf and Grounds team members performing maintenance functions including mowing, edging, weeding, clearing, irrigation maintenance and upkeep, trail monitoring and repair, and weed control. ·       Oversee the planning for comprehensive turf care program. This includes, but is not limited to sod and seed installation, implementing plant health techniques, irrigation programming, and maintaining sub-surface drainage systems throughout the par. ·       Oversee maintenance and care of trails, pathways, roadways, and parking lots. ·       Oversee the development and implementation of Integrated Pest Management program for turf areas.   ·       Oversee management of irrigation system for all park areas, including lawns, horticulture areas, grasslands, and trees in collaboration with other Park Operations and Conservation Operations Managers. ·       Develop and implement equipment training procedure for all employees to ensure safe equipment operating of all MPC equipment. ·       Support Branch Supervisor in creating and managing budget for their team. ·       Manage contracts for small projects and ongoing services. ·       Attend operations related capital project meetings and review documents; provide input, comments, feedback, and assistance related to assigned areas. ·       Work collaboratively and creatively with Park Operations leadership in a team-first environment.  ·       Demonstrate ownership of assigned work by upholding and maintaining standards to the highest degree by understanding park aesthetic and standard operating procedures. ·       Document, inventory, report, and catalog data and information.   ·       Assist with ensuring appropriate inventory and care of equipment, supplies, and materials for daily operations.   ·       Communicate issues regarding infrastructure, furnishings, safety hazards, quality of the Park user experience issues as needed via work order system.  ·       Work collaboratively and creatively with Park Operations leadership in a team-first environment.   ·       Interact with Park patrons in a courteous and professional manner. Ensure team members are trained and adhering accordingly. Be prepared to provide accurate and pertinent information regarding MPC and the Park.   ·       Enforce MPC rules, safety policies, and procedures, and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Conduct and document safety training as needed and ensure compliance with safety protocol.   ·       Ensure cleanliness of office and storage spaces. ·       Respond to any employee comments regarding recognition or disciplinary action from Supervisors, develop improvement programs when needed; bring any points forward to Director when necessary. 

By ServiScape, February 3 - East Chicago, Indiana

ServiScape seeks to fill the Golf Course Grounds Supervisor position at MacArthur Golf Course in East Chicago, IN. MacArthur Golf Course is a 9 hole executive course situated on approximately 27 acres. The Golf Course Grounds Supervisor plays a vital role in maintaining the aesthetics and functional quality of the golf course. This position is responsible for overseeing a staff of 3 employees to perform all groundskeeping activities, ensuring that the course is well maintained, visually appealing, and provides a fun, memorable experience for the golfers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in golf course maintenance, landscape maintenance, lawn care, or related field with hands-on experience using standard golf course maintenance equipment, power tools, and hand tools.   This is a 10 month per year position and is the ideal position for the candidate looking to lead the maintenance of a beautiful facility with low stress, predictable schedule, and free time in January and February. 

By Mike Bender Golf Academy, January 31 - Lake Mary, Florida

*Overview* We are seeking a dedicated Grounds Keeper Superintendent to join our team at the Mike Bender Golf Academy. The ideal candidate will have experience in golf course grounds keeping. Morning hours - Monday-Friday 6AM-12PM - easily able to have a second job in the evenings. *Responsibilities* - Manage and oversee all aspects of outside maintenance. - Perform all grounds keeping duties for the driving range, main hitting tee, short game areas, putting greens and surrounding areas. (You will have an assistant as well) - Manage schedules of range attendants. - Work with local superintendant consultant for ongoing grounds keeping plans. *Experience* - Golf Course Maintenance/Grounds Keeping Experience required Schedule:   Monday to Friday   Experience:   Groundskeeping: 1 year (Required)