Lead Grounds Maintenance Engineer

Regular Hourly Full-Time

Nichols, NY, US

Salary: $17.50 Hourly

Lead Grounds Maintenance Engineer

Lead the team. Take pride in every detail.

Do you enjoy working outdoors, leading a team, and creating beautiful, well-maintained spaces? Are you someone who takes pride in keeping grounds safe, clean, and inviting year-round? If so, we'd love to have you join our team as a Lead Grounds Maintenance Engineer!

In this hands-on leadership role, you'll oversee daily grounds maintenance operations while working alongside your team to keep our property looking its best.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise the Grounds Maintenance team while promoting a positive and productive work environment.

• Maintain all outdoor areas through mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, mulching, pruning, raking, and general landscape care.

• Keep sidewalks, walkways, and public areas clean, safe, and free of debris.

• Perform snow removal and apply ice melt during winter weather conditions.

• Coordinate and assist with setup and teardown for special events throughout the property.

• Operate company vehicles and a variety of landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.

• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections on assigned equipment.

• Train, coach, and support Grounds Maintenance team members while ensuring quality work standards.

• Promote a culture of outstanding guest service for both internal and external guests.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, and all company safety policies.

• Participate in departmental meetings and communicate important information with the team.

• Maintain reliable attendance and assist with additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• One year of grounds maintenance or landscaping experience preferred.

• Previous lead, foreman, or supervisory experience preferred.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Experience operating landscaping equipment and performing preventative maintenance.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining high-quality work.

• Commitment to workplace safety and exceptional guest service.

• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe a great team creates a great guest experience. That's why we invest in our employees by offering:

Competitive pay and opportunities for career advancement

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible team members

Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay

401(k) with company benefits

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Employee discounts on dining, hotel stays, entertainment, and more

A supportive team environment where your leadership and hard work are recognized

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about landscaping, enjoy leading others, and take pride in maintaining exceptional outdoor spaces, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team as a Lead Grounds Maintenance Engineer and help create a safe, beautiful, and welcoming environment for every guest, every day.