Assistant Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

FirstService Residential; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Assistant Supervisor to help manage landscaping upkeep, lakes, irrigation, and common areas in a community setting. This working-leader role combines hands-on duties with staff supervision to ensure high standards are met.

You will coordinate daily tasks, monitor quality, train team members, and assist with safety and operational records. This position is based in Surprise, AZ with standard weekday hours and after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of landscaping or grounds maintenance experience.
• Experience leading or directing outdoor operations teams.
• Experience with irrigation systems and water management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing daily operations.
• Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support to staff.
• Lead by example and perform landscaping duties as needed.
• Monitor landscaping, turf, lakes, irrigation systems, and common areas.
• Schedule daily work assignments and ensure safety and efficiency.
• Support inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintain inventory of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with processing work orders and attendance records.
• Train new associates on techniques, equipment operation, and safety.

Skills

Grounds leadership

Irrigation knowledge

Communication

Safety compliance

Team coaching

Deal with emergencies

Time management

Vendor coordination

Driving license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

As the Grounds Maintenance Assistant Supervisor, you will assist in maintaining the overall appearance, health, and functionality of the community's landscaping, lakes, irrigation systems, and common areas. This hourly, non-exempt position supports the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor in the day-to-day leadership of the grounds team by helping coordinate work activities, monitoring quality standards, training employees, and ensuring the community's landscaping assets are maintained in a safe, attractive, and efficient manner.

The Assistant Supervisor serves as a working leader who provides hands-on support while helping ensure grounds maintenance projects and daily responsibilities are completed on time and to established standards.

Compensation

$27+ per hour, depending on experience

FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing the daily operations of the landscaping and grounds maintenance team.
• Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support to grounds maintenance staff.
• Lead by example and perform landscaping and grounds maintenance duties alongside team members as needed.
• Help monitor the condition of landscaping, turf, lakes, irrigation systems, and common areas to ensure community standards are met.
• Assist with scheduling daily work assignments and ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Support irrigation inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Monitor water usage and report concerns, abnormalities, or system issues to management.
• Participate in routine inspections of common areas, identifying maintenance needs and recommending solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers as directed by the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain inventory of landscaping materials, irrigation components, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with processing work orders and ensuring timely completion of grounds-related maintenance requests.
• Ensure employees follow established safety procedures and company policies.
• Help train new associates on proper grounds maintenance techniques, equipment operation, and safety practices.
• Support preparation for Board meetings, inspections, community events, and special projects as needed.
• Respond to landscaping and grounds-related emergencies when necessary.
• Assist management with maintaining accurate attendance, scheduling, and operational records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills And Qualifications

• Experience leading or directing landscaping, grounds maintenance, golf course maintenance, or similar outdoor operations teams.
• Working knowledge of irrigation systems, landscaping practices, and grounds maintenance techniques.
• Able to organize work, prioritize tasks, and support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to coach and develop team members while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to work independently while following direction from management.
• Basic computer skills, including email and work order systems.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Education And Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of landscaping, grounds maintenance, or related experience (required)
• Previous experience serving as a lead, crew leader, assistant supervisor, or similar role (preferred)
• HOA, master-planned community, golf course, or large-scale residential landscaping experience (preferred)
• Experience with irrigation systems and water management practices (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Able to safely lift and/or frequently carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods of time
• Able to work in various weather conditions (heat, rain, cold, wind, etc.)
• Able to operate landscaping equipment and tools safely
• Must be able to work hours as needed to fulfill the responsibilities of the position

Work Location

Surprise, AZ

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day along with evenings and weekends as needed to attend to after-hours emergencies

What We Offer

• 10 company paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Medical, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Company paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Plan
• Supplemental life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Identity theft, legal services
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Disclaimer

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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