Grounds Supervisor

Why Kendal?

At Kendal at Lexington, we believe our campus environment plays a vital role in the well-being of our residents and staff. Beautiful, safe, and well-maintained outdoor spaces help create a welcoming community where people feel connected and at home.

As a Grounds Supervisor, you will lead and support the daily maintenance and beautification of our campus while working alongside a dedicated Facilities team. This is a working supervisor role, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work, leading a team, and contributing to a mission-driven organization.

What You Will Do

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  Perform and supervise full-spectrum grounds and landscaping work including mowing, weeding, pruning, trimming, mulching, fertilizing, and related tasks.

  
  


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  Maintain campus appearance through consistent landscaping and grounds upkeep.

  
  


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  Work outdoors in various weather conditions while supporting campus beautification and sustainability efforts.

  
  


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  Coordinate and direct the work of grounds team members to ensure consistent standards of quality, safety, and campus appearance.

  
  


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  Maintain accountability for assigned tasks and work orders.

  
  


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  Support staff training and development.

  
  


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  Conduct staff performance evaluations in accordance with Kendal at Lexington policies.

  
  


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  Foster a collaborative and respectful team environment.

  
  


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  Serve as the primary supervisor responsible for inclement weather response including snow or ice removal, salting, and flood preparation or mitigation.

  
  


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  Respond to weather events during normal work hours, adjusted schedules, and after-hours emergencies as coordinated by the Maintenance Manager.

  
  


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  Provide support in other Facilities areas including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, locksmithing/security, painting, equipment and generator maintenance, trash removal and recycling, and safety inspections or compliance tasks.

  
  


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  Properly document work order receipt and completion.

  
  


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  Secure and store equipment when not in use.

  
  


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  Coordinate maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.

  
  


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  Complete staff evaluations and incident, accident, and service reports.

  
  


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  Perform assigned preventative maintenance in a timely manner.

  
  


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  Purchase and deliver supplies, parts, and equipment as requested by the Maintenance Manager.

  
  


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  Assist with special projects and campus events.

  
  


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  Report unusual or suspicious conditions or behaviors.

  
  


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  Follow all safe work procedures including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

  
  


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  Protect others by utilizing cones, barricades, reflective vests, caution signs, and detours when appropriate.

  
  


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  Be comfortable working with and supporting the senior population and maintain professionalism and respect for confidentiality while working in a senior living environment.

  
  


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  Perform other related work as required.

  
  

What You Bring

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  Valid Virginia Driver’s License with a clean driving record and reliable transportation.

  
  


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  Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.

  
  


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  Strong knowledge of grounds maintenance work and related equipment.

  
  


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  High School Diploma or equivalent required.

  
  


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  Associate’s Degree in Landscape or Turf Management or a related discipline preferred.

  
  


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  Ability to read and follow written instructions.

  
  


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  Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment, power equipment, and hand tools.

  
  


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  Ability to create and maintain detailed documentation.

  
  

Physical Requirements

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  Walk long distances across campus

  
  


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  Climb, push, pull, and lift up to 125 pounds

  
  


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  Work outdoors in varying weather conditions

  
  


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  Work overtime and be on-call during weekdays and weekends as needed

  
  

Benefits

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  Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options

  
  


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  403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions

  
  


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  Paid time off, paid holidays, and two floating holidays

  
  


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  Flexible scheduling

  
  


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  Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

  
  


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  Onsite wellness facilities including a fitness center and indoor pool

  
  


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  Discounted employee meals

  
  


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  Employee referral bonus program

  
  


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  A respectful, collaborative, and mission-driven team culture