Lead Grounds Technician

Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney’s Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff’s Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Lead Building & Grounds Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient supervision, planning, and execution of the daily operations of the Buildings & Grounds Division within the Facilities Operations Department. This position oversees grounds maintenance operations across the Rockingham County Complex, supervises Buildings & Grounds personnel, coordinates seasonal projects and snow operations, and helps ensure County property is maintained in a safe, functional, and environmentally responsible manner.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Facilities Operations team is committed to providing the employees and residents at Rockingham County a safe, supported, and environmentally conscious environment. The Facilities Operations team is committed to providing employees, residents, and visitors at Rockingham County with a safe, well-maintained, and environmentally responsible campus. The Lead Building & Grounds Technician plays a vital leadership role by planning, coordinating, and supervising the daily work of the Buildings & Grounds team while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with departmental standards. Responsibilities include conducting daily property assessments, assigning and reviewing work orders, maintaining inventories of equipment and materials, coordinating purchasing recommendations, and overseeing the maintenance of parking lots, roads, landscaping, fences, walls, drainage systems, flowerbeds, lawns, the County Cemetery, orchards, memorial plantings, and other County grounds. This position also oversees hay field operations, woodland maintenance, recycling efforts, surplus equipment management, furniture and office equipment moves, and the seasonal installation and removal of window air conditioning units. The Lead Building & Grounds Technician serves as the Snow Crew Chief, developing staffing plans, training personnel, coordinating snow removal operations, and responding to weather-related emergencies to help maintain safe conditions throughout the County Complex. Working collaboratively with Facilities Operations staff, outside contractors, and other County departments, this position helps ensure compliance with applicable regulations, participates in the rotating on-call maintenance schedule, supports cross-training initiatives, and provides leadership that promotes safe, efficient, and effective operations across the County campus. Must be able to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position and department, including extended hours during emergency situations as needed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school education or GED required; and
• Formal training or equivalent from vocational, technical school preferred; and
• Minimum of five (5) years demonstrated experience in building and grounds maintenance and repair, and
• Two (2) years of experience as a supervisor or team leader; or

• An equivalent combination of education, work, and experience may be considered.

Rockingham County offers a complete benefits package including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability and optional long-term disability. Employees working 35 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System (pension plan). Go to www.nhrs.org for more information.

For complete benefit information:
Rockingham County Benefit Guide (Download PDF reader)

Additional Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (22.13 days accrued each year)*
• 11-12 Paid Holidays*
• $150/Year Uniform Stipend**
• Shift Pick Up Bonuses**
• Short Staff Pay**
• 100% Paid Short Term Disability***
• 100% Paid Life Insurance ($25,000) and AD&D Insurance ($25,000)
• Optional Long Term Disability***
• Optional Deferred Compensation 457B Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 annually following one year of benefits-eligible employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Website
• On-Site Gym, Staff Dining/Cafeteria, and Quiet Room w/ Massage Chair

• Pro-rated for part-time employees