Commercial Mowing Operations Manager

Job Summary

US Grounds Maintenance is seeking a Commercial Mowing Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day execution and performance of our commercial lawn care and grounds maintenance operations. This role is responsible for overseeing field operations, improving crew productivity, maintaining service quality, and ensuring work is completed according to contract scope and company standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring regular time in the field to support crews, inspect work, solve problems, and drive operational consistency. TheCommercial Mowing Operations Manager plays a key role in staffing, route execution, quality control, labor efficiency, and cross-department coordination. During the winter season, this role will also support snow removal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day commercial lawn care and grounds maintenance operations across assigned accounts
• Coordinate crews, routes, staffing, and equipment to maximize efficiency and service delivery
• Spend regular time in the field inspecting properties, supporting crews, and resolving operational issues
• Ensure services are completed according to contract specifications, schedules, and company quality standards
• Monitor crew productivity, labor performance, and operational execution across the commercial portfolio
• Lead, coach, and develop crew leaders and field employees
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and accountability of team members
• Coordinate with internal departments including operations, payroll, recruiting, and administration
• Ensure accurate job costing and timekeeping by monitoring labor hours, cost codes, and clock-ins
• Conduct property inspections to maintain standards for mowing, trimming, edging, turf health, and overall site appearance
• Support execution of commercial, municipal, and government contracts according to scope and service requirements
• Identify operational improvement opportunities related to staffing, routing, quality, and equipment usage
• Assist with equipment planning, resource allocation, and operational scaling as the company grows
• Support planning, logistics, and execution of snow removal operations during the winter season

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial lawn care, landscape maintenance, or grounds management operations
• Proven experience leading field crews, coordinating routes, and managing daily service execution
• Strong working knowledge of turf care, including mowing practices, trimming, edging, and fertilization programs
• Ability to balance field leadership with operational management responsibilities
• Strong understanding of labor planning, crew sizing, and production efficiency
• Experience managing quality standards across commercial properties
• Ability to track and manage labor performance, staffing needs, and operational metrics
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Fertilizer or pesticide applicator license, or willingness to obtain one
• Experience with scheduling, payroll, job costing, or field service management systems
• Familiarity with municipal or government service contracts
• Experience supporting or coordinating snow removal operations

Pay and Benefits

• Salary: From $70,000+ per year, depending on experience.
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

Why U.S. Grounds Maintenance

U.S. Grounds Maintenance is committed to quality work, team development, and long-term growth. We provide training, support, and opportunities for team members to build a career in lawn care and landscape maintenance while growing within our organization.

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person