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Grounds Manager
- ABM Industries (Miami Gardens, FL)
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Overview
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on **Grounds Manager** to lead our grounds crew in all aspects of landscape maintenance, sports field upkeep, equipment management, and team training. This role is based in **Miami Gardens, FL** , and is ideal for a proactive leader with strong turf management experience and a passion for maintaining high-quality outdoor environments.
Benefits:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit: ABM Team Member Benefits | Staff & Management
Key Responsibilities:
+ Supervise and lead the grounds crew in daily operations, including landscaping, turf care, and sports field maintenance.
+ Develop and implement training standards; conduct regular team meetings and daily start-up/closing briefings.
+ Manage work orders, scheduling, payroll, and inventory of equipment and supplies.
+ Oversee the care and maintenance of sports fields (baseball, softball, soccer), ensuring professional-grade conditions.
+ Operate and maintain grounds-related equipment; ensure proper use and safety compliance.
+ Conduct routine inspections of grounds and equipment; recommend and implement improvements.
+ Support special events and campus clean-up projects as needed.
+ Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of safety among staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ High school diploma or equivalent; 3–5 years of grounds maintenance experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role.
+ Strong background in **sports field management** is required.
+ Certificate or degree in landscape design, horticulture, or a related field preferred.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
+ Valid Florida driver’s license; CDL Class B is a plus.
+ Physically able to perform outdoor work in various weather conditions.
+ Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
+ **Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.**
Additional Requirements:
+ Hands-on knowledge of grounds equipment maintenance and repair.
+ Ability to plan, assign, and supervise daily tasks and long-term projects.
+ Experience with turf care, irrigation systems, tree/shrub maintenance, and pest control.
+ Willingness to respond to emergency situations and work flexible hours as needed.
Safety Commitment:
The Grounds Manager is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring all team members follow safety protocols. This includes proper use of PPE, equipment safety, and hazard awareness.
REQNUMBER: 124398
ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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