Grounds Manager 2

3 weeks ago

SARATOGA SPRINGS, United States Sodexo Full time
Unit Description:

Are you seeking a rewarding and challenging career that allows you to make a difference? Sodexo is hiring our Grounds and Fleet Manager for Skidmore College in beautiful Saratoga Springs, NY. Enjoy a campus working environment with great clients and students. *Salary is toward the higher end of the salary posted.* Our successful candidate will be experienced managing synthetic and natural turf, a vehicle fleet and snow removal. Graduation, Alumni Weekend and special events on campus are exciting times and collaboration with management teams in other departments to make a good team work atmosphere will be critical to success in the role.

 

Our leader will have an excellent eye for detail on the edging trimming, flower beds, trees and lawns, and athletic fields and have excellent people management skills, communicating frequently with team to reduce turnover rate and with Sodexo management team on preventative and projected maintenance, mulch, spraying and irrigation. 

 

The Ideal candidate will possess mechanical knowledge and be able to manage our hourly Union team to promote employee retention. Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

 

We enjoy a long-term partnership with our client, and manage ~150 acres. Strong skills and experience with hardscapes, walking and biking paths, and sidewalks campus-wide preferred  We have an outstanding crew who work well together and are dedicated to managing the pristine appearance of the campus. This position will oversee campus events involving collaboration with Student Life, Parking and Transportation and Special Events including graduation and homecoming.  

 

 

Key responsibilities:

Plan, organize and oversee the daily activities of all campus grounds and landscaping services staff. Establish and continuously review performance standards, goals and objectives.

  • Manage our Union team of 12
  • Manage seasonal plantings and tree management
  • Manage budget for the entire Grounds Program, purchasing, repair and materials
  • Present a professional personal appearance  that reflects the University image and brand
  • Schedule and perform routine inspections of all campus grounds and landscape to ensure quality
  • Manage the hiring and performance and professional development process for frontline hourly team
  • Assure service staff uniforms, personal protective equipment, and other safety gear are used properly
  • Execute and update campus snow removal plan, manage maintenance of snow removal and equipment
  • Ensure all grounds and facilities vehicles and equipment are maintained to a safe and serviceable condition and workshop facilities are kept clean and tidy 

Requirements

  • Preferred 3 years of Grounds leadership experience preferred
  • Knowledge with hard scapes, machinery and fencing strongly preferred
  • Computer literacy as well as excellent leadership, communication and customer service skills
  • Experience working with and maintaining sports fields both natural grass and synthetic preferred
  • Understanding of large mowers and grounds equipment maintenance as well as hand-held equipment including trimmers, edgers, seeders  

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. 

At Sodexo, we offer Facilities Management positions in Corporate, Schools, Campus, Energy and Resources, Government and Agencies, Healthcare and Senior Living locations across the United States.


Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

Make an Immediate Impact.
Sodexo is the North American leader for Quality of Life Services. More than 150,000 Sodexo employees work to improve the quality of daily life for our 13,000 client sites in North America. Sodexo partners with clients to help them attain their strategic vision by developing Facility Management service solutions that increase the effectiveness of their people, enhance their business processes and optimize their infrastructure, which deliver tangible outcomes. 

What We Offer:

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

 

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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