Assistant Grounds Manager/Supervisor

By Angier Parks and Rec., Thursday at 06:48 PM - Angier, North Carolina

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs a variety of tasks in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of parks and related facilities. DESCRIPTION: This is a non-supervisory position engaged in construction, repair and operation of various types of equipment for the maintenance of the Towns fields, park and gym facilities. Receives immediate supervision from the Assistant Director or Head Director. Does not supervise employees. Works closely with both the Director and assistant director as well as other employees. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ·         Operates mowers, tractors, vehicles and other small equipment. ·         Utilize a variety of hand and power tools in park landscape maintenance work. ·         Assist in routine maintenance such as equipment ·         Water, repair and fertilize lawns, plant and prune trees and shrubs, rake leaves and clean walks, fields, courts, bathrooms and other facilities. ·         Prepare and maintain athletic fields and related facilities. ·         Perform general maintenance, construction and repair of park and recreational facilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: ·         Knowledge of general construction tools and equipment with safe work practices. ·         The ability to perform general construction and maintenance activities; perform heavy manual labor; learn to operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment; understand and carry out oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective working relations with those contacted in the course of work. ·         Must have flexible hours; some nights and weekends. ·         Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license with clean driving record.  ·         Will be subject background check and to random periodic drug testing. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: ·         Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, keying, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. ·         Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 60 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. ·         Must possess the visual acuity to prepare figures and data, operate a computer, make visual inspections, proof work, and do extensive reading. MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: ·         Graduation from high school or equivalent education and experience.  

By James River Grounds Mgmt LLC, July 17 - Newport News, Virginia

This position is responsible for directly supervising crew while on the job site and ensuring that crews work safely and efficiently while delivering quality jobs on time.  This position is responsible for development and training; planning, assigning and directing work; material and equipment management and maintenance; addressing and resolving problems. Position available in all our locations in Richmond, Midlothian, Charlottesville, Williamsburg, Newport News, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach. Please visit Website for details.

By Sports Field Management/Florida Atlantic University, September 4 - Boca Raton, Florida

LOCATION: Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL JOB POSITION: Looking for high level experienced Assistant Grounds Manager/Supervisor working directly under Sports Field Manager on daily operations taking care of a field.  2 previous assistants have gone on to prominent positions – one is now working in the ACC and one is in Conference USA. SALARY: Up to $50k based on experience.  Benefit package includes 401k matching, paid holidays and paid vacation. DUTIES:  Reports directly to Head Sports Turf Manager.  Responsible for all matters relating to Turf Grass Management and crew supervision including but not limited to: •    Talk to coaches and FAU personnel •    In charge of scheduling personnel for games, etc. •    In charge of tracking employee payroll hours •    Perform daily maintenance  •    Layout and painting of additional fields if needed •    Fertilizing, Aerifying, Top Dressing, Verticutting and Over Seeding  •    Mowing, Edging and Re-Sodding •    Maintain infield skin areas, as well as mound and plate •    Equipment Maintenance •    Weed Control •    Work baseball, softball and football games QUALIFICATIONS: •    Candidate must be a professional, self-starter who will work as a team player and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. •    Working hours 7:00am – 3:00pm with the exception of game days and special events •    The preferred candidate will have a two or four-year degree in turf grass related studies and their spray tech license. •    The preferred candidate will have 5 years’ experience and will be proficient on all turf grass equipment. •    Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time. •    Ability to lift minimum of 50 pounds. •    Able to work irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.