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Facilities Operations Manager - Outdoors

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Compensation
$78–80K/yr
Location
Iowa City, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Facilities Operations Manager will lead outdoor facilities and groundskeeping programs in Iowa City, overseeing hiring, training, resource deployment, problem solving, procurement, and reporting while delivering excellent client relationships and team coaching. The role requires strong managerial, communication, and customer service skills with a focus on outdoor work environments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

GroundskeepingLandscapingFacilities OperationsPublic Spaces AdministrationClient Relationship ManagementHiringTrainingResource DeploymentProblem SolvingProcurementInventory ManagementReportingSpreadsheetsKronos TimekeepingBudgetingCoachingMentoringCustomer ServiceCommunicationMS WordMS ExcelMS Outlook

Qualifications

High School DiplomaMinimum 5 Years Management Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

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Facilities Operations Manager - Outdoors

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Iowa City, Iowa, United States

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Benefits

We are proud to offer the following benefits:

  • Insurance: Medical with available FSA and/or HSA, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Critical Illness, and Accident.

  • Paid time off: Vacation, Sick Time and/or PTO (Only where required by local requirements and contract agreements), Paid Leave (only where required by law), Holidays (only where required by contract agreement), Floating Holidays (only where required by contract agreement), Birthday Pay (eligible after one year of service at most locations unless otherwise stated in CBA), Jury Duty (only where required by law).

  • Bonuses: Availability of bonuses varies and is dependent on multiple factors including but not limited to: location, position and contract agreements. Employee Recognition Awards, Employee Referral Bonus Program (select positions only), Bonus Program (Operations Manager, RVP, and executive positions only).

  • Other: 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Vehicle Allowance (only available for specific corporate positions, based on location and position).

Salary Range

$78,000 - $80,000

Job Description

Job Title: Facilities Operations Manager (Ideal for manager with groundskeeping, facilities operations, landscape experience.)

Salary: $78K - $80K plus annual bonus (weekly pay, pay advance before pay day, free uniforms, great benefits)

Shift: M-F, 6a - 3pm

Are you a leader/manager with 5-7 years of experience in , groundskeeping/landscaping, facilities operations management, or public spaces administration? Block by Block is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee one of our Ambassador programs. This role requires advanced client relationship management skills to manage daily district program operations and deliver continual program improvements. We're looking for someone with strong managerial skills, a great work ethic, experience supervising a team of employees, and a passion for creating a great experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hiring and training a positive, skilled, and dependable team.

  • Adjusting the deployment of resources to match changing needs.

  • Identifying and solving problems to improve program quality.

  • Procuring and managing inventory of supplies and equipment.

  • Reporting outcomes through various channels (spreadsheets, Kronos Timekeeping, Budgets).

  • Hands-on working management in the field to provide coaching, mentoring, and continuous training.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

  • Has a solid work history with at least 5-7 years of experience.

  • Has supervised a team of people.

  • Outgoing, positive, and personable.

  • Enjoys working outside in varying weather conditions.

  • Loves interacting with people and making their day.

  • Is a problem solver and innovator.

  • Strong communication and narration abilities.

Career Growth: Our rapid growth provides endless opportunities for your long-term career, not just your next job. 68% of our management team started in another job within our company, with a vast majority starting out as an ambassador.

Block by Block is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma required, college or extended education preferred

  • Minimum of 5 years management experience required in either industries stated in job posting.

  • Expert Customer Service Skills -- Our entire mission is to be friendly and engaging. Must lead by example with their friendliness and with a positive attitude.

  • Excellent Communication Skills

  • Must have a proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.

Shift

1st Shift

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