Grounds Maintenance Laborer Lead

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ID 2026-20042

Part Time Regular

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED Valid Driver's License One year of work experience in grounds keeping, with knowledge of grounds maintenance standards, techniques and materials Work individually and collaboratively on a team Follow instructions, to present information and to respond to staff, customers and others through communication skills Work safely and train others in safety and the proper use of PPE, tools and equipment, practices and procedures to accomplish the task assigned Manage and track material resources and time Mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division Organizational, problem-solving and common sense skills; Customer service skills to act to customer inquiries and requests and escalate matters appropriately. Available to travel to various facilities

POSITION SUMMARY

Under limited supervision, the Grounds Maintenance Laborer Lead Worker leads a work team of diverse individuals, prioritizing, assigning and coordinating team activities to maintain landscaped areas, roads, drainage areas and parking lots of assigned facilities on commercial or public facilities.

DUTIES:

Prioritize and assign tasks, including coordination of work schedules to ensure coverage, rebalancing as necessary for special projects and customer satisfaction. Maintain supplies, stock, and equipment to ensure proper operation and safe condition. Train and assist workers in performing duties, working alongside them on the same tasks. Understand and train workers in the safe and proper use of products and equipment to meet quality and safety standards. Mow grass with walking-type or riding mowers (less than 2000 lbs). Use a string trimmer in areas inaccessible to mowers. Pull weeds and maintain flower beds. Use a leaf blower. Manually pick up and properly dispose of trash, leaves, and limbs and provide a clean and neat appearance of the grounds. Trim/prune hedges, shrubs and trees using shears, saws and other hand or power tools. Edge around walks, flower beds, buildings and walls using hedge trimmers, clippers and edging tools to maintain overall appearance of landscape vegetation and grounds. Repair fencing and gates. Install posts for fencing and gates, and remove vegetation from fencing. Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs. Monitor equipment used and report any malfunction or other issues. Direct traffic using hand signals or traffic signage. Frequently travel to work sites. May be required to drive company pick-up while towing a trailer. Complete paperwork and calculate materials and time. Monitor progress of tasks and inspect completed work to ensure quality. Investigate discrepancies and report them to management, recommending improvements to resolve issues. Maintain a relationship with workers and customer. Prepare records and reports as needed. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned, including snow/ice removal and cleaning offices and/or workshop areas. PRIDE Industries is a VEVRAA federal contractor committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.