Greenhouse Maintenance Manager - Safety & Operations Lead

Bell-Nursery; Culpeper, Stevensburg (VA, VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Nursery is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance department at its Culpeper facility. You will manage technicians, coordinate planned maintenance, and champion safety initiatives across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and irrigation systems.

This on-site role requires hands-on supervision, strong leadership, and the ability to perform repairs, upgrades, and improvements in a greenhouse environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of power equipment, electrical and plumbing.
• OSHA training certification or ability to obtain within 3–6 months of employment

Responsibilities

• Repairs mechanical equipment and machinery used in greenhouse operations
• Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on plant equipment
• Ensure functionality and reliability of mechanical systems
• Install and maintain new equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical issues
• Assist/organize repairs as needed under the direction of the General Manager or Assistant General Manager

Skills

Hours/weekend availability

Lifting 40 lbs

OSHA certified

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Team player

Off-shift adaptability

On-call readiness

MS Office

Scheduling

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

Job description

Bell Nursery is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance department at its Culpeper facility. You will manage technicians, coordinate planned maintenance, and champion safety initiatives across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and irrigation systems.

This on-site role requires hands-on supervision, strong leadership, and the ability to perform repairs, upgrades, and improvements in a greenhouse environment.