GROUNDS MANAGER

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Vail (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Health and Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading company in facility services seeks a Grounds Manager responsible for managing lawn care operations, hiring staff, and ensuring safety procedures. This role requires strong communication skills and experience in grounds management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience in Grounds/Lawn Care Management.
• Minimum of two-year degree in Agriculture/Horticulture related field.

Responsibilities

• Create operational and safety procedures for grounds management.
• Develop and implement schedules for lawn care management.
• Maintain financial records for the department.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Two-year degree in Agriculture/Horticulture

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

SSC

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.

Job Summary

Working as Grounds Manager responsibilities include creating operational and safety procedures, hiring workers, and drafting budgets. They determine the equipment and services required for jobs and submit cost estimates to clients. These jobs and services can include the care of lawns, shrubs, and trees, in addition to the maintenance and repair of outdoor features, such as irrigation systems, fences, or benches. Ground managers also might train or coordinate the training of new hires, handle service or employee records, create worker schedules, and prioritize services. They might coordinate with other departments or specialists, and they might perform grounds maintenance duties if necessary

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement schedules for the management of grounds/lawn care that is associated with the campus.
• Develop and implement a written annual business plan
• Maintain financial records of all funds and labor expended for the department
• Provide management support for the Account Manager/ RVP of Grounds Management.
• Act as a safety coordinator and trainer for employees under your management umbrella.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a two-year degree in the Agriculture / Horticulture related field (Extensive experience can supersede this requirement).
• Minimum of five years experience in crew management, a minimum of eight subordinates.
• Minimum of five years experience in the Grounds / Lawn Care Management industry as a Supervisor.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Well-written (report writing) and oral communication (public speaking) skills.
• Computer skills specifically in; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or compatible programs.
• Physical Demands: Sits, stands, bends, kneels, climbs stairs, ladders, and equipment, and has a good sense of balance to work on heights. Some lifting of medium and/or heavy equipment and tools.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at SSC are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID:1424900

SSC

JENNIFER HILL

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