Roads & Grounds Supervisor

Job Overview

Roads & Grounds Supervisor – Petersburg, Virginia (Fort Lee). Exempt, full‑time, day shift.

Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000, depending on experience.

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays
• 10 paid days of vacation at start of employment
• Paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

• Develop a strong understanding of Ability One and Source America programs.
• Uphold and embody Tessera's core values.
• Align team goals with Tessera’s value proposition, ensuring highly engaged employees contribute to customer satisfaction.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards on job sites through effective risk controls and utilize activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).
• Conduct root cause analyses to promote a safe working environment and maintain adherence to Tessera's Accident Reporting process.
• Foster positive client interactions using effective interpersonal skills, demonstrating respect, empathy, and responsiveness.

• Supervise equipment operators, truck drivers, tractor operators, mechanics, grounds maintenance laborers, and temporary employees as required.
• Plan and organize workloads and staff assignments; train, motivate, evaluate, and counsel assigned staff; review progress and direct changes as needed.
• Provide advice to staff; communicate official plans, policies and procedures.
• Ensure that assigned areas are performed within budget; ensure effective and efficient use of personnel, materials, facilities and time.
• Oversee post‑wide grounds maintenance to include mowing, trimming, edging, seeding, fertilizing, mulching, weed control, and various other tasks involving heavy equipment and tractor operations.
• Oversee construction/repair/maintenance of roads, including clearing, grading, drainage and foundation work.
• Oversee post‑wide snow removal operations as required.
• Prepare various documents including schedules, progress reports, training plans, attendance status, performance evaluations, time‑keeping records, accident reports, and other employee documents as necessary.
• Communicate and interact directly with the customer; inform the customer of grounds maintenance activities and determine customer needs.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Ensure quality service to meet contract requirements.
• Follow up on discrepancies identified by QC and QA inspections, and ensure corrections are made as necessary.
• Conduct supply and equipment inventory and ensure accountability.
• Maintain tools and equipment in accordance with preventive maintenance schedule.
• Ensure all areas are clean, sanitary, safe and orderly and remain in a functional state.
• Maintain a professional appearance and always adhere to PPE and safety requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5‑8 years of experience in supervisory or related ground or equipment maintenance roles.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Reading and understanding contract requirements and maps.
• Ability to multi‑task throughout the workday with constant interruptions.
• Proficiency with computerized work control systems (Microsoft Office) and spreadsheets.
• CDLB preferred.

Employees must be able to perform the following physical demands for extended periods with or without assistance: lift and/or move up to 50pounds; reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours; climb in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs. Additional requirements include standing or sitting for several hours, and perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.

• Valid state driver’s license with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance carrier.
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
• Background check and E‑Verify will be conducted.
• Access to this federal military installation requires a REALID‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military , in accordance with the REALID Act. For more information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360)475‑0756 ext.
349, or email recruiting.