Lead Groundskeeper

DM Burr•Troy, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

DM Burr is hiring a full-time Lead Groundskeeper for the Troy School District. This first-shift position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at $28.00 per hour. A $200 hiring bonus is offered after 90 days, and employees can use DailyPay to access their pay. The role leads and supervises the grounds team while maintaining facility grounds and equipment, supporting athletic activities, and responding to emergencies. Snow removal may require additional hours before or after the regular shift. DM Burr is a privately owned building maintenance provider serving the Midwest. The company reports having more than 1,000 team members and serving schools, government and public facilities, manufacturing plants, financial institutions, retail centers, and other areas.

Requirements

Prior grounds experience.
GED or high school diploma.
Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and clean driving history.
Ability to pass a background check.
Small engine repair experience.
Management or leadership experience.
Experience operating different types of grounds equipment.
Self-motivation and ability to lead a team.
Positive attitude that supports team performance and productivity.
Team aptitude and a team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

Manage, supervise, and direct the grounds team at the assigned facility.
Schedule work assignments, set priorities, direct subordinate employees, and assign coverage or special instructions.
Identify staff development and training needs and ensure employees receive training.
Conduct inspections and investigate customer concerns.
Maintain facility grounds by cleaning yards, trimming shrubbery, raking, planting, and weeding.
Clean parking lots and driveways.
Remove snow from sidewalks and driveways and spread sand or salt to prevent slipping; this may require additional hours before or after the regular shift.
Respond to scheduled and unscheduled emergency events.
Set up and clean up for indoor and outdoor athletic activities.
Use approved methods and materials to clean and care for the assigned facility.
Follow company safety standards and OSHA regulations.
Perform or supervise minor repairs to grounds equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance on grounds equipment and maintain records.
Understand written and verbal tasks and delegate as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned or needed.