Grounds Maintenance Team Lead

As a Grounds Maintenance Team Lead, you will assist the Base Operations Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the grounds and snow removal teams. This team member will be responsible for maintaining outdoor areas at Boyne Mountain and fulfilling the Grounds plan coordinated by the Base Operations Manager.

To be successful in this full-time year-round role, one must thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to pivot and adapt and have a diligent work ethic.

You will enjoy awesome perks as a Boyne Mountain team member, including ski passes, golf passes, waterpark passes, and discounts for food, beverages, retail, daycare, and more.

Responsibilities:

Operational Job Functions

• Maintain lawns, gardens, trees, shrubs, and other landscaping features.
• Coordinate and schedule daily tasks for the ground team to ensure efficiency.
• Assist in coordinating and fulfilling the Grounds project plan in coordination with the Base Operations Manager.
• Train and ensure proper use and preventative maintenance of Grounds department equipment and tools.
• Communicate repair requests to the Base Operations Manager as needed and promptly.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment, and order replacements as needed.
• Perform hands-on grounds maintenance work as needed.

Supervisory Job Functions

• Lead a team of up to 10 Grounds maintenance team members, including assigning tasks, providing training, and evaluating performance.
• Ensure team members adhere to safety protocols and maintain a high standard of work through safety training and weekly safety topic discussions.
• Create and maintain records of maintenance activities, equipment usage, and safety inspections.

Leadership Job Functions

• Implore long-term thinking to improve the Grounds department, mitigate risk, and maintain a safe environment.
• Ensure excellence in execution by meeting or exceeding standards when performing your role, and being accountable for individual goals while contributing to overall team and resort goals.
• Maintain kindness, respect, and professionalism (KRP) through friendly, personable, and empathetic behavior.
• Develop great people through proper training, active listening, and positive recognition.
• Serve first by prioritizing the growth, well-being, and empowerment of yourself and others.

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Hold at least one year of related experience.
• Demonstrate physical ability to perform required tasks, including lifting and working in various weather conditions.
• Show ability to work with a team or independently.
• Complete OSHA 40-hour course within six months of hire.
• Have a proven track record of maintaining a calm, professional demeanor in stressful situations.
• Exhibit friendly, personable, and empathetic behavior.
• Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Show ability to lead and motivate a team, with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in Grounds Maintenance.

This position might be for you if you possess these qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role at Boyne Mountain Resort.