I90 Conneaut Rest Area - Assistant Superintendent

Rest Area Assistant Superintendent  –  Lead With Purpose

Ready to lead a team, work outdoors, and make a difference in your community?

Goodwill serving Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania is looking for a Full-Time Rest Area Assistant Superintendent to oversee roadside parks, rest areas, custodial services, lawn care, and daily contract operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, maintaining high standards, and keeping operations running safely and efficiently. You’ll lead a diverse team, coordinate with contracting agencies, and help create meaningful employment opportunities through the power of work.

✅ Full-time leadership position
✅ Hands-on outdoor and facilities work
✅ Leadership, training, and development opportunities
✅ Mission-driven organization

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily grounds, custodial, lawn care, and roadside park operations


• Supervise, coach, train, and support a diverse team of employees and clients


• Ensure work meets contract requirements, quality standards, and deadlines


• Prioritize the safety of employees, clients, visitors, and the traveling public


• Coordinate with ODOT, DAS, OOD, Jobs and Family Services, and other agency partners


• Manage employee schedules, task assignments, time records, and daily workflow


• Monitor staffing, supplies, equipment, and operational costs


• Maintain inventory and oversee purchasing according to contract requirements


• Train employees on proper equipment use, chemicals, PPE, and safety procedures


• Maintain SDS documentation and ensure required safety training is completed


• Keep Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) current and review them annually with supervisors


• Report maintenance needs, incidents, safety concerns, and other operational information


• Ensure employees maintain proper uniforms, grooming, and professional standards


• Assist with lawn care, custodial, snow removal, and grounds maintenance as needed


• Maintain and operate lawn care and snow removal equipment


• Partner with Workforce Development staff to support client training and employment goals


• Protect company property, equipment, and supplies from misuse or theft


• Participate in the safety committee and support continuous improvement


• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Previous supervisory experience in a grounds, custodial, facilities, manufacturing, or similar environment


• Strong communication and leadership skills


• Ability to lead and work effectively with a diverse workforce


• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills


• Comfortable using email, Excel, and other basic office technology


• Ability to operate and maintain lawn care, snow removal, and related equipment


• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service


• Ability to work independently while effectively managing competing priorities

Education

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required


• High school diploma or GED preferred

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs frequently


• Prolonged standing with frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, pushing, and pulling


• Frequent overhead reaching and use of both hands for tools and equipment


• Occasional climbing, balancing, crouching, or crawling


• Moderate to intense physical labor


• Outdoor work in extreme heat, cold, rain, and changing weather conditions


• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, allergens, odors, dust, and other environmental irritants


• May operate power equipment and be exposed to elevated noise levels


• Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and occasional critical or unusual situations

Why Goodwill?

At Goodwill, your leadership means more. You’ll help keep public spaces safe and well-maintained while leading a team and creating opportunities for people to build skills, gain confidence, and succeed through the power of work.

Lead a team. Maintain your community. Make your work mean more. Apply today!