Grounds Maintenance Lead | Clay County

Grounds Maintenance Lead| Clay County

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida, Inc.

Location: Clay County

Job Type: Part-Time

Pay Rate: $17.00-$17.50 per hour

Schedule: Day Shift |Monday- Friday | hours vary between 6:00 am – 1:00 pm

Benefits: Benefits Eligible

Position Overview

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Commercial Grounds Maintenance Project Manager to oversee a commercial grounds maintenance project and supervise a crew of up to four employees.

This hands-on role combines crew supervision and training, customer service, scheduling, Paycom payroll administration, equipment operation and upkeep, safety oversight, and project performance. The position reports directly to the Senior Project Manager and has authority to hire and terminate personnel with the Senior Project Manager’s consent.

What You’ll Do

Project Management & Crew Leadership

• Manage the overall operation and profitability of the assigned commercial grounds maintenance project
• Supervise, transport, schedule, and train a crew of up to four employees, including rotating work schedules
• Maintain accurate employee time and labor-hour records in the Paycom payroll system
• Maintain Human Resources records and required reports
• Exercise hiring and termination authority with the consent of the Senior Project Manager
• Report directly to the Senior Project Manager

Grounds Maintenance & Equipment

• Operate gas-powered mowing, edging, weeding, and blowing equipment and remove debris
• Safely transport, operate, and secure equipment for its intended purpose
• Conduct equipment safety checks before use and prepare equipment for the next workday
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep on assigned equipment

Customer Service & Safety

• Maintain customer service records, work schedules, and positive onsite customer relationships
• Provide outstanding service and actively promote services to prospective customers
• Enforce required personal protective equipment and agency safety standards
• Immediately notify the supervisor when an assigned daily duty cannot be completed
• Complete seasonal activities and other assigned duties as project needs change

What We’re Looking For

A reliable, hands-on leader who can guide a small crew, communicate effectively, manage records accurately, deliver excellent customer service, and maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Ideal Skills & Traits

• Strong supervisory, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Basic knowledge of lawn equipment operation and maintenance
• Dependability, sound judgment, and attention to safety

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass a background check
• Valid Florida driver’s license and a clean driving record for the past three years
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of related experience preferred
• Computer experience, including Microsoft Word and Excel, is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying items weighing less than 50 pounds
• Team lifting is used for items weighing more than 50 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Why Join Challenge Enterprises?

At Challenge Enterprises, our mission is “The Power of People and Possibilities for individuals living with disabilities.” Join a team committed to meaningful employment, safe operations, quality grounds maintenance, and excellent customer service.

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employ