Grounds Maintenance Lead

CHALLENGE ENTERPRISES OF NORTH FLORIDA INC•Green Cove Springs, FL

2d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Grounds Maintenance Lead to oversee a commercial grounds maintenance project and supervise a crew of up to four employees. This hands-on role combines crew supervision and training, customer service, scheduling, Paycom payroll administration, equipment operation and upkeep, safety oversight, and project performance. The position reports directly to the Senior Project Manager and has hiring and termination authority with that manager’s consent. The role is part-time and benefits eligible, based in Clay County, Florida. The schedule is Monday through Friday on a day shift, with hours varying between 6:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Pay is $17.00–$17.50 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to pass a background check.
Valid Florida driver’s license and a clean driving record for the past three years.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong supervisory, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Basic knowledge of lawn equipment operation and maintenance.
Dependability, sound judgment, and attention to safety.
Routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying items weighing less than 50 pounds; team lifting is used for items weighing more than 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of related experience is preferred.
Computer experience, including Microsoft Word and Excel, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage the overall operation and profitability of the assigned commercial grounds maintenance project.
Supervise, transport, schedule, and train a crew of up to four employees, including rotating work schedules.
Maintain accurate employee time and labor-hour records in the Paycom payroll system.
Maintain Human Resources records and required reports.
Exercise hiring and termination authority with the consent of the Senior Project Manager.
Operate gas-powered mowing, edging, weeding, and blowing equipment and remove debris.
Safely transport, operate, and secure equipment for its intended purpose.
Conduct equipment safety checks before use and prepare equipment for the next workday.
Perform routine maintenance and upkeep on assigned equipment.
Maintain customer service records, work schedules, and positive onsite customer relationships.
Provide outstanding service and actively promote services to prospective customers.
Enforce required personal protective equipment and agency safety standards.
Immediately notify the supervisor when an assigned daily duty cannot be completed.
Complete seasonal activities and other assigned duties as project needs change.