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Field Operations Manager – Mulch & Playground Division (Travel-Based Role) Ready Field Solutions | Full-Time | Streetsboro, OH | Salary: $65,000–$80,000 (DOE) Bonus Company Vehicle
This position involves extensive travel, primarily across Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. Candidates must be comfortable with a demanding travel schedule, particularly during peak seasons, which may require being on the road for up to two weeks per project. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as travel needs can be frequent and intensivebased on project timelines and client demands.
What You'll Do As Field Operations Manager
This position involves extensive travel, primarily across Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. Candidates must be comfortable with a demanding travel schedule, particularly during peak seasons, which may require being on the road for up to two weeks per project. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as travel needs can be frequent and intensivebased on project timelines and client demands.
What You'll Do As Field Operations Manager
- Lead and oversee the production of approximately 10 mulch crews operating blower trucks
- Manage field operations across multiple job sites: planning routes, inspecting project progress, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and production goals
- Act as the critical link between office teams, field staff, and customers to deliver excellent service
- Travel statewide (up to two weeks at a time) to support field crews from late winter through fall
- Supervise transitions between landscape mulch in spring/summer and playground mulch/soil installs in late summer/fall
- Champion RFS's FIELD FOCUS pillars: Safety, Quality, Production, and Equipment Care
- Travel-First Culture: You'll kick off the season in Cincinnati, support peak work in Columbus, and wrap up in Northern Ohio.
- Seasonal Rhythm: Winters are downtime (we don't plow snow!)—you'll enjoy flexibility and recovery after a physically intense season.
- Instant Impact: The job moves fast, and results are visible. Perfect for those who enjoy tangible accomplishments.
- Cool Factor: Blower trucks = serious machinery with serious results.
- 3 years of field leadership in landscaping, construction, or commercial maintenance
- Proven track record leading teams in high-output environments
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and mobile field tools
- Comfortable with extended overnight travel (paid lodging and meals)
- Spanish-speaking a plus, but not required
- Lift up to 25 lbs. frequently
- Work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions
- Wear PPE and work outdoors in a variety of environments
- Medical insurance with optional dental and vision coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays starting day one
- Company-provided truck uniforms safety footwear
- 401(k) with employer match after one year
- Production bonus opportunities
- Leadership development and continued education
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000
