Rest Area Operations Lead — Grounds, Safety & Team

goodwillready; Conneaut (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full time leadership position

Hands on outdoor and facilities work

Leadership, training, and development 

Mission driven organization

Job summary

Goodwill Northeast Ohio is seeking a Rest Area Assistant Superintendent to lead daily grounds, custodial, and lawn care operations. This hands-on leadership role requires coaching a diverse team, meeting contract requirements, and maintaining safety standards in outdoor facilities across rest areas and roadside parks.

You will coordinate with state partners, manage schedules, and oversee equipment and inventory while promoting employment opportunities and community impact through the power of

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in grounds, custodial, or similar environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce.
• Safety, quality, and customer service focus.
• Able to operate lawn care and snow removal equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily grounds, custodial, lawn care, and roadside park operations.
• Supervise, coach, train, and support a diverse team.
• Ensure work meets contract requirements, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Prioritize safety of employees, clients, visitors, and the traveling public.
• Manage schedules, time records, and daily workflow.
• Oversee inventory, equipment, and costs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Excel

Equipment operation

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic reading/writing/math

Tools

Email

Excel

Job description

Goodwill Northeast Ohio is seeking a Rest Area Assistant Superintendent to lead daily grounds, custodial, and lawn care operations. This hands-on leadership role requires coaching a diverse team, meeting contract requirements, and maintaining safety standards in outdoor facilities across rest areas and roadside parks.

You will coordinate with state partners, manage schedules, and oversee equipment and inventory while promoting employment opportunities and community impact through the power of