Lead Grounds Technician

BHI Senior Living • Indianapolis, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Grounds Technician, you will play an important role ensuring our residents have the support and services they need to thrive and enhance their quality of life. As a BHI Senior Living Community, the staff at Hoosier Village are united in mission, we lead with compassion and provide opportunities to grow and thrive professionally.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• 3–5 years of management experience, with demonstrated ability to effectively lead and oversee a team of 14 or more employees.
• Large-Property Experience: 300+ acres
• Irrigation Knowledge: Required.
• Turf, Plant and Tree Management: Required.
• Equipment Management: Required.
• Resident/Customer Service: Required.
• Snow and Ice Management: Required
• Able to perform physical labor that requires bending, twisting, stretching, repetitive motion, pushing, pulling, and lifting and carrying objects.
• Variation of sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time, specifically with the ability to adequately get into, sit in, and drive the community owned transportation vehicles.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers required to manipulate objects and use various types of vehicular equipment.
• Physical stamina to lift, push, pull, carry, or move light to heavy objects as required to perform job duties i.e. bulk mail; bulk supplies.

Responsibilities

• Design daily and weekly work schedules that efficiently cover the 350-acre property and prioritize high-impact areas.
• Set daily crew targets (e.g., acreage mowed, beds weeded) and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Lead training on equipment operation, pruning techniques, and efficient landscaping workflows.
• Perform daily inspections and preventative maintenance on mowers, trucks, and hand tools.
• Ensure all staff operate vehicles and heavy machinery at low, safe speeds appropriate for a senior living environment.
• Inspect the property regularly and address hazards, including tripping hazards, uneven concrete or pavement, low-hanging branches, and algae buildup on walkways and in ponds.
• Maintain and lead a 24/7 response plan for snow, ice, and storm debris removal to ensure emergency vehicle and resident access.
• Ensure safe storage of fertilizers and herbicides and verify that all applications are performed correctly and in compliance with regulations.
• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems to maintain turf and plant health.
• Manage resident-submitted work orders and landscape requests.
• Maintain a polite, professional tone in all resident interactions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Benefits for full-time and part-time staff
• Paid Time Off from day one and Holiday Pay
• 410k with matching contributions
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement, scholarships and training programs to help you grow and thrive.
• On-site gym, On-site Starbucks, payroll meal deduction options, daily pay option, telehealth, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed