Goodwill San Antonio Hiring for Crew Leader – Grounds Maintenance (Commercial Grounds) Job at San Antonio, TX Full Time

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• Do you want to make a difference in your community while earning a paycheck?
• Would you like to help your community and environment every day that you come to work?
• Looking for a job that provides meaning as well as personal and professional development?

Goodwill San Antonio is one of the largest and most dynamic social enterprises in San Antonio.

We are an entrepreneurial non-profit that provides employees the opportunity to innovate, grow and discover new skills, while generating revenue that funds both employee and community programs.

We are a diverse and inclusive organization founded and focused on Fighting Poverty and Creating Opportunity. We specialize in facilitating personal and professional growth for our employees, particularly those who may have experienced barriers to successful employment in the past.

We strive to maximize the value of each employee’s work and each donor’s donation to benefit our community and environment. Without Goodwill in our community, millions of pounds of perfectly usable items would be harming the environment in landfills. Instead, Goodwill employees are fueling a robust economy by recirculating used goods.

Our Good Careers Academy and Good Careers Centers Help Change Lives through the Power of Work as well by delivering education and meaningful job placement.

Explore careers with Goodwill in retail, production, warehouse, logistics, contact center customer service, career services, technology, document imaging, grounds maintenance, janitorial and facilities maintenance. Goodwill regularly partners with local, state and federal government agencies to provide additional diverse career opportunities.

We prefer to promote from within. Your growth and advancement is our priority.

Achieve your potential at Goodwill and beyond through our personal and professional skills development programs, supportive health and well-being benefits, competitive base and bonus pay, savings plans, personal financial education, store purchase discounts, paid time off, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and more.

Change Lives. Make a Difference.

Discover Purpose. Apply today at WorkforGoodSA.org.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader will lead a team of Grounds Maintenance Associates in the daily work of maintaining various areas of the military installation grounds in accordance with specifications set forth in the related contract. Support the organization in its mission to help change lives through the power of work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work alongside Grounds Maintenance Associate crewmembers to provide guidance, training, assistance, and to enhance productivity and quality.
• Transport crews to job sites; assign work; explain procedures and expectations; and adjust work schedules as needed to meet contract requirements.
• Train crew members in correct grounds-keeping methods and associated equipment use, such as weed-eaters, leaf-blowers, lawn-mowers, trimmer/edger, push mowers, riding mowers, etc.
• Ensure crewmembers are supplied with the proper equipment and supplies to accomplish the job.
• Report problems with assignments and/or crewmember performance/behavior to Project Manager.
• Ensure adherence to all Federal, state, OSHA, and agency safety requirements and attend all scheduled safety training.
• Report work-related injuries and accidents timely and complete required paperwork.
• Perform daily vehicle inspection and related paperwork.
• Assist managers in conducting performance appraisals by providing input.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting, assisting, and responding to questions and/or concerns in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) Associate’s degree
• Experience Minimum: 5 years of experience in grounds-keeping/landscaping maintenance.
• 3+ years’ experience operating small and large engine equipment such as push mowers, riding mowers, tractors, power pruners, chainsaws, etc.
• Preferred: 3+ years of experience in grounds-keeping/landscaping maintenance. Experience supervising and/or training other workers. Safety training and experience with government contracts OR equivalent combination of education, experience and/or military training.
• Skills: Good communication & customer service skills, operation of small and large landscaping related equipment, training and coaching skills. Analyze, evaluate situations, and develop alternatives for conflict resolution.
• Knowledge: Safety requirements, General grounds keeping/landscaping knowledge Equipment maintenance. Working with people with disabilities
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• For positions that require driving, must maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage, and be able to travel as needed if you drive your vehicle during company business.

To learn more about Goodwill San Antonio and to view available positions visit: www.goodwillsa.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled