Grounds Crew Leader

Southern Arkansas University; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation Plan

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach is seeking a skilled supervisor to coordinate and lead landscape maintenance teams across outdoor municipal sites. You will oversee construction, patches, repairs, and installations, including turf, concrete, asphalt, and playground projects. The role involves safety compliance, equipment operation, and reporting.

The ideal candidate has experience in park operations, pesticide handling, and CDL; overtime and field work in varying weather are expected. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or GED with 2 years of landscape maintenance or related supervisory experience; valid driver’s license.
• Two years supervising employees in landscape/park operations; valid Virginia pesticide applicator certificate and Class A CDL preferred.
• Experience with work order systems and equipment operation; knowledge of safety standards and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, supervise and train staff in landscape construction, maintenance, and related tasks.
• Inspect concrete/asphalt work, schedule material deliveries, and prepare daily/work reports.
• Ensure safety standards, operate and maintain equipment, and respond to citizen concerns.
• Prepare reports, manage inventory, and provide special event support as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Landscape maintenance

Equipment operation

Chemical application

Pesticide certificate

CDL Class A

Work order software

Athletic field prep

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Work order management systems

Reservation software

Job description

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Individual will effectively coordinate, supervise and train assigned personnel inand during the performance oflandscape activities includingbutnotlimitedtolandscapeconstruction, concrete and asphalt patches, repairs, removals, andinstalls from scratch.Turf maintenance, litter collection, chemical application andplayground installation, maintenance and repair at various school and municipal sites.

Individual willmaintain and document concrete and asphalt inspections, material orders, scheduling deliveries of materials to the jobs.

Prepareemployeeappraisalreportsanddailyworkreports.

Ensuretheproperapplicationofrequiredsafetystandardsand proper operation and maintenance of relative equipment.

Interpretandenforce rules,regulationsandpolicies.

Tactfully, promptly andeffectively respond tocitizenconcerns.

Prepare written reports, maintain efficient records and inventories, assigned tools and equipment. Assist as needed in the daily performance of assignments.

Providespecialevent supportasneeded.

Work is performed outside in all weather conditions including temperature extremes.

Work schedules may be adjusted seasonally.

Selected candidates must furnish and wear steel-toed safety boots.

Selected candidates must have acurrent and valid Virginia or North Carolina.

Driver’s License (a learner permit is not a valid driver’s license), pass a pre-employment physical and have a satisfactory background check.

As a condition of employment, all employees must attend P&R Connection (Department Orientation). If selected for the position, you will be provided with an approximate training date at the time of hire. Training is held from 8:30am-5:00pm, every other Friday, at the Parks & Recreation Administration Building. When an exemption is permittable, a hybrid version of the training is available, but will require training attendance on a weekend.

(Full Time)

The Perks

Employees who are new to the Virginia Retirement System are eligible for:

Annual Leave and Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage

Legal and Identity Theft Protection

Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life Insurance

Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (COV457)

Basic Life Insurance

Optional Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program / Work-Life Services

Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave

Preferences

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.

• Two (2) years experience in concrete and asphalt repairs, removals, and installs.
• Two (2) years experience supervising employees engaged in landscape and/or grounds maintenance & park operations related duties
• Two (2) years experience in landscape equipment operation
• Experience in grounds maintenance activities and demonstrated knowledge of horticultural practices
• Chemical application experience
• Experience using computer based work order management systems and/or reservation/registration software
• Experience in athletic field preparation and maintenance
• Valid Virginia Pesticide Applicators Certificate
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Valid VDOT Basic Work Zone Traffic Control Training and Flag Certification
• Experience in work zone safety
• Experience coordinating multiple job assignments
• Knowledge of proper personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED plus two (2) years’ experience, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity, in landscape maintenance, beautification, park or public lands construction and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Successful completion of pre-employment physical. May require a Commercial driver’s license and/or pesticide certification.

Working Conditions

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

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VRS Contribution

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.