Grounds Lead (Full Time)

Compass Group•Rock Hill, SC

54d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Three to five years of prior grounds or landscaping experience is required.
Must have or be able to demonstrate ability to obtain a pesticide license within six months of hire in the following categories: core, turf, and ornamentals.
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/stoop for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

Performs tasks for the management of ornamental landscapes, including lawns, small trees, groundcovers, shrubs and annual/perennial color displays.
Performs weed abatement and other grounds-related functions.
Oversees and performs skilled grounds maintenance work involved in planting, cultivating, trimming, pruning, fertilizing and irrigating trees, shrubs, hedges and lawns; waters lawns and plants by hand as needed.
Operates groundskeeping power equipment as necessary.
Coordinates and assists with the clearing of trash and other debris.
Coordinates and participates in the maintenance of parking lots, walks, driveways, asphalt play areas, fences and other areas.
Assists management with completion and submittal of weekly tool, equipment and vehicle maintenance reports.
Deploys for emergency response due to inclement weather, i.e. snow and ice, tornado or other crisis.
Maintains professional written and oral communication with team leader, supervisor and the general public.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities
SSC offers a comprehensive benefits package and we are also excited to offer 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
Identify Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.