Rockbridge Alum Springs - Landscape Supervisor

Young Life•Goshen, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

All camps share a common purpose: creating an environment where Young Life staff bring Christ to life by creatively presenting the complete gospel of Jesus Christ. Speaking clearly from the Scriptures, camp speakers introduce kids to the person of Christ, the nature of humanity, the work of Christ on the cross, the hope of the resurrection and the opportunity for reconciliation with God. Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.

Requirements

AA in horticulture
Three years landscape experience or five years of experience in landscape care and design
Knowledge of area plants and shrubs highly desired.
Ability to oversee day-to-day maintenance functions, personnel and projects.

Responsibilities

Provide care for the turf (top dressing, fertilizing, aeration, etc.)
Provide care for the plants and shrub (pruning, planting, fertilizing and herbicide.)
Design, plant and care for flower and planting beds for spring and summer.
Work closely with the landscape foreman in scheduling fertilizing, aeration and mowing.
Develop and maintain irrigation systems.
Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program for landscape and farm operations.
Provide input in the development of a landscape master plan.
Perform landscape and preventative maintenance tasks as assigned.
Coordinate DIN/PM/projects, supervising the work of two – four maintenance personnel.
Act as back-up to camping superintendent.
Meet weekly to plan and strategize for landscape, maintenance and projects.
The landscape supervisor will work closely with the landscape foreman in all aspects of landscape.