Lead Grounds Technician

BHI Senior Living Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO from day one

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Hoosier Village is a premier senior living community in Indianapolis, Indiana. As the Lead Grounds Technician, you will oversee a 350-acre property and a team of over a dozen staff, ensuring safe, attractive outdoor spaces for residents.

You will design schedules, lead training, and manage irrigation, equipment, and safety protocols while maintaining excellent resident relations. This full-time role emphasizes leadership, hands-on landscaping, and commitment to superior care.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of landscaping and grounds maintenance experience.
• 3–5 years of management experience overseeing 14+ employees.
• Irrigation knowledge is required.
• Turf, plant and tree management experience required.
• Equipment management experience required.
• Resident/customer service experience required.
• Snow and ice management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Design daily and weekly work schedules for a 350-acre property and prioritize high-impact areas.
• Set daily crew targets and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Lead training on equipment operation, pruning techniques, and landscaping workflows.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on mowers, trucks, and hand tools.
• Ensure safe operation of vehicles and heavy machinery around residents.
• Inspect the property to address hazards and algae on walkways and ponds.
• Maintain 24/7 response plan for snow, ice, and storm debris removal.
• Ensure safe storage and compliant application of fertilizers and herbicides.
• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems to maintain turf health.
• Manage resident work orders and landscape requests.

Skills

Landscaping

Team leadership

Irrigation knowledge

Lawn & tree care

Equipment management

Resident service

Snow & ice management

Physical stamina

Job description

Hoosier Village (A BHI Community) is a premiere senior living community. We offer continuing care at all levels dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults. Set on expansive and beautifully maintained grounds in Indianapolis, Indiana, we offer seniors residency and life options that align perfectly with their vision of retirement.

As a Lead Grounds Technician, you will play an important role ensuring our residents have the support and services they need to thrive and enhance their quality of life.

As a BHI Senior Living Community, the staff at Hoosier Village are united in mission, we lead with compassion and provide opportunities to grow and thrive professionally.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Hoosier Village, we know a fulfilling career is about more than a paycheck.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Health Benefits for full-time and part-time staff
• Paid Time Off from day one and Holiday Pay
• 410k with matching contributions
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement, scholarships and training programs to help you grow and thrive.
• On-site gym, On-site Starbucks, payroll meal deduction options, daily pay option, telehealth, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A united in mission, team-orientated environment that values excellence in care and encourages staff to lead with compassion.
• Our community is thriving and an active community with many events, activities, committees and social gatherings for our residents. As a Lead Grounds Technician, you will also have the opportunity to get to know our residents on a personal level.

In This Role You Will:

• Design daily and weekly work schedules that efficiently cover the 350-acre property and prioritize high-impact areas.
• Set daily crew targets (e.g., acreage mowed, beds weeded) and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Lead training on equipment operation, pruning techniques, and efficient landscaping workflows.
• Perform daily inspections and preventative maintenance on mowers, trucks, and hand tools.
• Ensure all staff operate vehicles and heavy machinery at low, safe speeds appropriate for a senior living environment.
• Inspect the property regularly and address hazards, including tripping hazards, uneven concrete or pavement, low-hanging branches, and algae buildup on walkways and in ponds.
• Maintain and lead a 24/7 response plan for snow, ice, and storm debris removal to ensure emergency vehicle and resident access.
• Ensure safe storage of fertilizers and herbicides and verify that all applications are performed correctly and in compliance with regulations.
• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems to maintain turf and plant health.
• Manage resident-submitted work orders and landscape requests.
• Maintain a polite, professional tone in all resident interactions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Shift & Schedule Details:

• Full-Time Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Who You Are:

• 7-10 years of experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• 3-5 years of management experience, with demonstrated ability to effectively lead and oversee a team of 14 or more employees.
• Large-Property Experience: 300+ acres
• Irrigation Knowledge: Required.
• Turf, Plant and Tree Management: Required.
• Equipment Management: Required.
• Resident/Customer Service: Required.
• Snow and Ice Management: Required
• Able to perform physical labor that requires bending, twisting, stretching, repetitive motion, pushing, pulling, and lifting and carrying objects.
• Variation of sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time, specifically with the ability to adequately get into, sit in, and drive the community owned transportation vehicles.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers required to manipulate objects and use various types of vehicular equipment.
• Physical stamina to lift, push, pull, carry, or move light to heavy objects as required to perform job duties i.e. bulk mail; bulk supplies.

To learn more, visit hoosiervillage.com

Hoosier Village is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.