Lead Groundskeeper

The DM Burr Group; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 59,099,000 - 84,171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Consistent Schedules

Training Provided

Job summary

The DM Burr Group is hiring for a Full Time Lead Groundskeeper in Troy, MI. The role oversees the grounds team, coordinates schedules, and ensures safe, efficient maintenance of outdoor facilities.

Responsibilities include inspecting grounds, supervising cleaning, snow removal, and basic equipment repairs, with a strong emphasis on safety and staff development. A valid driver’s license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Prior grounds experience required.
• GED/High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license (no restrictions) and clean driving history.
• Must pass a background check.
• Small engine repair experience is a plus.
• Management or leadership experience.
• Experience operating different types of ground equipment.
• Self-motivated with ability to lead a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude to support performance and productivity.
• Team aptitude and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise, and direct grounds team within the facility.
• Coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing subordinate employees.
• Assign needed coverage and provide special instructions or assignments.
• Identify staff development and ensure training is obtained.
• Conduct inspections and address customer concerns.
• Maintain grounds including mowing, trimming, raking, planting, and weeding.
• Clean parking lots and driveways.
• Remove snow and spread sand/salt; expect overtime before/after shifts.
• Respond to scheduled and unscheduled emergencies.
• Set up and clean for outdoor and indoor athletic activities.
• Use approved cleaning and care methods; follow safety standards and OSHA rules.
• Perform or supervise minor repairs on grounds equipment; maintain records.
• Understand written/verbal tasks and delegate as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Grounds supervision

Team leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Lawn equipment operation

Snow removal equipment

Job description

Position Available: Full Time Lead Groundskeeper – 1st Shift

Scheduled: Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm at Troy School District

Wage: $25.00/hour

Now offering DailyPay service.

Work today, get paid tomorrow!

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• Consistent Work Schedules
• Company Provided Training

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage, supervise, and direct grounds team within assigned facility.
• Coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of subordinate employees.
• Assign needed coverage, give special instructions and/or assignments
• Identify staff development and training needs and ensure training is obtained.
• Conduct inspections and investigate customer concerns.
• Maintains facility grounds, which includes cleaning the yard, trimming shrubbery, raking, planting, and weeding.
• Cleans parking lots and driveways.
• Remove snow from sidewalks and driveways and spread sand, salt to prevent slipping, requiring additional hours to be worked before/after regular shift.
• Respond to scheduled and/or unscheduled Emergency events.
• Set up and clean up for outdoor and indoor athletic activities.
• Use approved methods and materials in cleaning and caring for assigned facility
• Follow all safety standards as outlined in company policy and OSHA regulations.
• Perform/supervise minor repairs of all ground equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on grounds equipment and maintaining records.
• Understand written and verbal tasks with the ability to delegate as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned or needed.

Position Requirements:

• Prior grounds experience
• GED/High School Diploma
• Valid driver’s license (no restrictions) and clean driving history
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Small engine repair experience.
• Management or leadership experience.
• Operating different types of ground equipment experience.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to lead a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude which supports team performance and productivity.
• Must have team aptitude and approach.

Taking care of our customers, while they take care of their business!

About DM Burr:

What started as a family-owned and operated cleaning business, over the past 2 decades, DM Burr has grown to become one of the largest, privately owned building maintenance providers serving the Midwest! With over 1,000 team members throughout Michigan, DM Burr services a variety of areas, such as schools, government and public facilities, manufacturing plants, financial institutions, retail centers and more!