Lead Groundskeeper & Turf Supervisor

Maricopa Unified School District; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District is seeking a Groundskeeper Lead to oversee daily operations of landscaping and athletic crews in Maricopa, Arizona. The role demands hands-on outdoor labor coupled with administrative leadership, ensuring well-maintained and aesthetically appealing grounds.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ professional groundskeeping experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. Responsibilities encompass team leadership, landscape maintenance, equipment care, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional groundskeeping experience.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or Lead capacity.
• Valid Driver’s License required; Commercial Pesticide Applicator License preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and schedule groundskeeping staff.
• Oversee mowing, edging, pruning, and planting.
• Perform routine maintenance on power tools and heavy machinery.
• Manage and program complex irrigation systems.
• Direct daily workflows for grounds staff.

Skills

Team Leadership

Landscape Maintenance

Equipment Care

Irrigation Management

Integrated Pest Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Zero-turn mowers

Tractors

Skid steers

Job description

Maricopa Unified School District is seeking a Groundskeeper Lead to oversee daily operations of landscaping and athletic crews in Maricopa, Arizona. The role demands hands-on outdoor labor coupled with administrative leadership, ensuring well-maintained and aesthetically appealing grounds.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ professional groundskeeping experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. Responsibilities encompass team leadership, landscape maintenance, equipment care, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.