Lead Groundskeeper

DM Burr•Troy, MI

34d•Onsite

About The Position

DM Burr is seeking a Full Time Lead Groundskeeper for the 1st Shift at the Troy School District. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. The role involves managing and directing the grounds team, coordinating activities, identifying training needs, conducting inspections, and maintaining facility grounds. Responsibilities also include snow removal, responding to emergencies, setting up for events, and performing minor repairs and preventative maintenance on grounds equipment. The company emphasizes customer care and has grown significantly over the past two decades, serving various facilities across the Midwest.

Requirements

Prior grounds experience
GED/High School Diploma
Valid driver’s license (no restrictions) and clean driving history
Must be able to pass a background check
Small engine repair experience.
Management or leadership experience.
Operating different types of ground equipment experience.
Must be self-motivated and have the ability to lead a team.
Maintain a positive attitude which supports team performance and productivity.
Must have team aptitude and approach.

Responsibilities

Manage, supervise, and direct grounds team within assigned facility.
Coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of subordinate employees.
Assign needed coverage, give special instructions and/or assignments.
Identify staff development and training needs and ensure training is obtained.
Conduct inspections and investigate customer concerns.
Maintains facility grounds, which includes cleaning the yard, trimming shrubbery, raking, planting, and weeding.
Cleans parking lots and driveways.
Remove snow from sidewalks and driveways and spread sand, salt to prevent slipping, requiring additional hours to be worked before/after regular shift.
Respond to scheduled and/or unscheduled Emergency events.
Set up and clean up for outdoor and indoor athletic activities.
Use approved methods and materials in cleaning and caring for assigned facility.
Follow all safety standards as outlined in company policy and OSHA regulations.
Perform/supervise minor repairs of all ground equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance procedures on grounds equipment and maintaining records.
Understand written and verbal tasks with the ability to delegate as needed.
Additional duties as assigned or needed.