Grounds Maintenance Supervisor | Clay

Job Details:

Job Location:

Challenge Enterprises of North FL HQ - GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.00

Hourly,

Job Shift: Monday
- Friday, Challenge Enterprises of North Florida, Inc.

Location:

Clay County

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day Shift |Monday
- Friday |Up to 40 hours a week

Benefits:
Benefits Eligible

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Commercial Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the overall operation of a commercial grounds maintenance project.

This position supervises a work crew of up to six employees and is responsible for crew training, scheduling, transportation, customer service, timekeeping, equipment operation and upkeep, safety compliance, and the day-to-day performance of the assigned project.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on supervisor who can lead a crew, maintain strong customer relationships, operate grounds maintenance equipment safely, and help ensure the project is completed efficiently and professionally.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of a profitable commercial grounds maintenance project.
• Supervise, transport, and train a work crew of up to six employees.
• Schedule assigned workers on a rotating basis.
• Maintain timecards for assigned personnel and accurately report labor hours for payroll purposes.
• Maintain required records and reports for Human Resources.
• Report directly to the Assistant Project Manager.

• Operate gas-powered mowing, edging, weeding, and blowing equipment.
• Safely transport, operate, and secure grounds maintenance equipment for its intended purposes.
• Perform equipment safety checks prior to use.
• Prepare equipment for the next day’s use.
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep on assigned equipment.

• Provide outstanding customer service and promote a positive relationship with the onsite customer.
• Maintain customer service records and work schedules.
• Actively promote services to potential customers.
• Complete other duties as assigned, including seasonal or project-related responsibilities that may change based on operational needs.

• Enforce the use of required personal protective equipment.
• Maintain safety standards established in the agency safety manual.
• Promote a safety-first work environment and remain alert to hazards associated with grounds maintenance duties.
• Immediately notify the supervisor if any duty on the daily work schedule cannot be completed.

We are looking for a dependable leader who can supervise a crew while remaining actively involved in daily grounds maintenance operations. The ideal candidate communicates well, provides strong customer service, works effectively both independently and as part of a team, and keeps safety and quality at the center of the project.

• Strong supervisory and customer service skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work effectively independently and with a team
• Basic knowledge of lawn maintenance equipment operation and upkeep
• Strong organization and follow-through
• Safety-focused and dependable
• Ability to train and support assigned crew members

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass a Level II background check
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Clean driving record for the past three years
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely operate grounds maintenance equipment

• Minimum of two years of related experience preferred
• Computer experience, including Microsoft Word and Excel, is a plus

• Routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying items weighing less than 50 pounds.
• Items weighing more than 50 pounds are moved using a team lift.
• Ability to perform hands-on grounds maintenance work and safely operate assigned equipment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Challenge Enterprises of North Florida, we believe in creating meaningful employment opportunities while making a positive impact in our community. Our employees play an important role in maintaining clean, safe, and attractive public spaces while supporting our mission of empowering individuals through employment.