Grounds Manager

EPSI•Buda, TX

5d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

EPSI is seeking an experienced, hands-on Grounds Manager to oversee grounds maintenance across multiple large properties, estates, and commercial locations throughout Central Texas. The position leads field teams and subcontractors, ensures contract compliance, maintains quality and customer satisfaction, manages fleet and equipment readiness, controls costs, and develops employees. The role combines field supervision with administrative responsibilities. It includes routine travel among multiple locations and supervision of crews at active customer sites. Work is outdoors in Central Texas in varying weather conditions, including heat, rain, and seasonal changes.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in grounds maintenance, commercial landscaping, estate grounds management, or related property operations.
Proven experience leading multiple crews and managing large properties, commercial campuses, or geographically dispersed properties.
Strong understanding of contract compliance, quality control, customer service, and contractor management.
Practical knowledge of irrigation systems, Texas landscaping conditions, and grounds maintenance practices.
Working knowledge of tractors, batwing mowers, commercial mowers, trailers, chipper shredders, bucket trucks, utility vehicles, hand tools, power tools, and basic mechanical maintenance.
Experience coordinating fleet maintenance, tracking equipment, monitoring expenses, and controlling operating costs.
Ability to train employees, assess job competency, prepare professional correspondence, manage projects, and use Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel throughout Central Texas, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and lift up to 50 pounds when required.
Ability to meet applicable background screening and employment verification requirements.

Nice To Haves

Irrigator License or applicable irrigation certification.
Arborist Certification or demonstrated expertise in tree care and maintenance.
Pesticide Applicator License appropriate to the work performed.
Additional landscaping, horticulture, equipment operation, or safety certifications.
Fleetio or similar fleet management system experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Experience managing government, municipal, commercial, or large-property operations.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations across multiple locations, monitor crew schedules and resources, understand contract requirements and Statements of Work, verify service completion, and hold employees and subcontractors accountable for performance.
Coordinate specialized services such as irrigation repairs, tree care, and other property maintenance; obtain and review quotes, secure approvals, oversee project completion, verify invoices, and monitor costs against approved budgets.
Oversee mowing, trimming, pruning, weed abatement, seasonal cleanup, and related grounds services.
Conduct site inspections during scheduled work, document findings with reports and timestamped photos, correct deficiencies, and maintain a goal of 100% customer satisfaction.
Communicate with customers and property representatives, provide updates, reports, and project assessments, coordinate approved projects, and keep EPSI leadership informed of operational issues and risks.
Partner with EPSI’s Fleet Coordinator to maintain safe, reliable vehicles and equipment; ensure inspections and preventive maintenance are completed, track assets, and control repair costs and downtime.
Train and develop entry-level employees in grounds maintenance, equipment operation, safety, and PPE; assess competency, document training, and support employee performance, retention, and advancement.
Enforce EPSI, OSHA, and customer-specific safety requirements; conduct inspections and training, address hazards, document incidents, and ensure specialized or high-risk work is performed by qualified personnel.