Field Operations Lead & Team Development

Ruppert Companies LLC; New Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits with dental andvision

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) plan

Flexible work/life balance

Family-oriented company culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking an Assistant Field Manager to support Field Manager in managing labor, materials, and daily operations on contract maintenance and snow removal projects. The role emphasizes developing staff and ensuring projects stay within budget and schedule.

You will cooperate with field managers to meet branch goals, enhance service to customers, and oversee equipment maintenance. A background in horticulture and hands-on management experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in contract maintenance.
• Experience working with service customers and resolving issues.
• At least 1 year in commercial contract maintenance.
• Two- or four-year horticultural degree and two years of industry experience.
• Ability to diagnose insect and disease problems and schedule treatments.
• Knowledge of vehicles and equipment used in contract maintenance and snow removal.
• Valid driver's license with clean record in last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and supervise daily production on contracts.
• Develop understanding of budgets and communicate budget hours to crews.
• Monitor job quality and address issues with customers.
• Attend or conduct training sessions to support certification process.
• Develop people and supervise their growth within the company.
• Maintain and ensure vehicles and equipment are in good working order.
• Collaborate with other field managers to meet branch goals.

Skills

People management

Customer service

Contract maintenance

Horticulture education

Pest diagnosis

Equipment knowledge

Valid driver's license

Education

Two- or four-year horticultural degree

Industry experience

Tools

Vehicles and field equipment

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is seeking an Assistant Field Manager to support Field Manager in managing labor, materials, and daily operations on contract maintenance and snow removal projects. The role emphasizes developing staff and ensuring projects stay within budget and schedule.

You will cooperate with field managers to meet branch goals, enhance service to customers, and oversee equipment maintenance. A background in horticulture and hands-on management experience are valued.