Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

Jobtailor; Leesville (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Leesville, LA is seeking a seasoned landscape operations supervisor to lead and develop associates, ensure safe and compliant site practices, and drive efficiency across maintenance projects.

You will oversee planting, pruning, pest control, snow and ice removal, and heavy machinery operation, while enforcing OSHA, DOT, and NFPA standards and managing budgets and equipment.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in the landscaping/gardening industry.
• Proven leadership experience supervising and developing associates in a facility services environment.
• Strong knowledge of landscape management, horticulture methods, and exterior maintenance practices.
• Ability to operate, inspect, and maintain heavy machinery and powered equipment safely and efficiently.
• Expertise in OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and other regulatory compliance.
• Skills in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer service.
• Experience managing budgets, sourcing materials, and coordinating equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise associates by assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• Train and support associates on company policies, procedures, OSHA, DOT, and other regulations.
• Manage landscape maintenance, including planting, pruning, pest control, snow removal, and ice removal.
• Operate and maintain heavy machinery and vehicles.
• Complete safety checks and maintain proper documentation.
• Coordinate equipment purchases, budget preparation, and maintenance.
• Lead teams by communicating goals, supporting change, and fostering collaboration.
• Support continuous improvement, facility sustainability, and operational efficiency.
• Manage vehicle maintenance and enforce regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Team Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Training

Feedback Provision

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Troubleshooting

Reading English

Education

Medical Examiner's Certification (MEC)

Valid State-Issued Driver's License

Tools

Heavy Machinery

Powered Equipment

Work Order Technology

Job description

Supervise associates by assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing feedback
Train and support associates on company policies, procedures, OSHA, DOT, and other regulations
Manage landscape maintenance, including planting, pruning, pest control, snow removal, and ice removal
Operate and maintain heavy machinery and vehicles
Complete safety checks and maintain proper documentation
Coordinate equipment purchases, budget preparation, and maintenance
Lead teams by communicating goals, supporting change, and fostering collaboration
Support continuous improvement, facility sustainability, and operational efficiency
Manage vehicle maintenance and enforce regulatory compliance

Requirements

• Ability to successfully complete a DOT physical and secure medical certification during pre-hire contingency and maintain a minimum 90-day Medical Examiner's Certification (MEC) card
• Valid state-issued driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle report
• No convictions for DUI, DWI, OUI, or reckless driving involving alcohol or drugs within the last three years
• No more than two moving violations in the last three years, if driving a commercial motor vehicle
• No serious traffic violations under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations in the last three years, if operating a commercial motor vehicle
• No preventable accidents under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations in the last three years, if operating a commercial motor vehicle
• Ability to read and speak English
• Two years' experience in the landscaping/gardening industry
• Proven leadership experience supervising and developing associates in a facility services environment
• Strong knowledge of landscape management, horticulture methods, and exterior maintenance practices
• Ability to operate, inspect, and maintain heavy machinery and powered equipment safely and efficiently
• Expertise in OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and other regulatory compliance
• Skills in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer service
• Experience managing budgets, sourcing materials, and coordinating equipment maintenance
• Proficiency with technology for work orders and accurate records

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in landscape management, horticulture methods, and regulatory compliance, while effectively leading teams and managing operational efficiency. Proficient in operating heavy machinery and maintaining accurate documentation for safety and compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Landscape Management
• OSHA Compliance
• Heavy Machinery Operation
• Leadership Experience
• Budget Management

Hard Skills

• Landscape Maintenance
• Horticulture Methods
• Regulatory Compliance
• Equipment Maintenance
• Safety Checks
• Problem-Solving
• Customer Service
• Troubleshooting
• Planting
• Pest Control

Soft Skills

• Team Leadership
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Training
• Feedback Provision

Certifications & Qualifications

• Medical Examiner's Certification (MEC)
• Valid State-Issued Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• DOT Regulations
• NFPA Compliance
• Facility Services
• Landscaping Industry
• Operational Efficiency

Tools & Technologies

• Heavy Machinery
• Powered Equipment
• Work Order Technology