Grounds Supervisor

About the role

The Greenbrier Hotel in White Sulphur Springs is looking for a Grounds Supervisor to keep its lawns, flower beds, shrubs and trees immaculate and to lead the grounds maintenance team. The role also covers the interior plant program, equipment upkeep and coordination of projects with other departments.

Key responsibilities

• Create and implement the hotel's vision statement through well-groomed lawns, blooming flora and preserved heritage trees, and carry out guest, employee and owner-facing duties.
• Supervise grounds maintenance staff, prioritize work and assign tasks efficiently.
• Maintain equipment through daily tasks and preventive maintenance, and assist with repairs.
• Oversee the interior plant program: purchasing, stocking and maintaining plants in the greenhouses and supplying plants for events.
• Assist in designing landscape and flower beds, including plant selection, delivery, layout and planting of seasonal flowers.
• Track payroll and time charged out for maintenance work, and coordinate special projects with other department managers.
• Keep a stock of warehouse items such as gloves, masks, safety glasses and cleaning supplies.
• Obtain bids on grounds projects, equipment purchases and repairs, and assist in selecting Christmas plants and trees.
• Conduct safety audits and safety awareness training, post schedules and information, and coordinate staff training.
• Help coordinate snow removal in winter and interview new employees for grounds positions.

Required profile

• 3 years of experience in horticulture and landscaping maintenance, and 3 years in turf grass management or a turf maintenance program.
• 2 seasons of supervisory experience directing a crew of 10 or more in landscaping and turf grass maintenance.
• High school diploma or GED; a bachelor's degree in horticulture or an acceptable certification in landscape or turf grass management with 3 years of experience is preferred.
• WV Commercial Applicator License (or ability to obtain one within 45 days) for pesticide, herbicide and fungicide application, and a current Class D driver's license (preferred).

Required skills

• Proper planting procedures for trees, shrubs and flowers.
• Knowledge of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides, including use and application.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and calendars.
• Ability to communicate daily assignments, respond to staff and guests, and work weekends and extra hours as needed.