Crew Leader, Grounds Maintenance | Full-Time, Year-Round Position + Benefits

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable individual to join our team at SOAR365. This a great opportunity for an individual to flex their leadership ability and direct the work of multiple teams. This motivated and hardworking person will ensure tasks are completed safely. If you love the outdoors, have a strong work ethic, feel that you are the right one for the job and meet the qualifications, please apply today. We look forward to meeting you!

A little about us:

For more than 70 years, SOAR365 has been dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with disabilities. Our innovative programs and compassionate services are thoughtfully designed to meet real-world needs at every stage of life. Today, SOAR365 has a profound impact on more than 2,000 people and their families across the Greater Richmond area. Whether through employment, therapy, respite, or recreation, we're proud to help people of all abilities thrive.

We are also proud to be recognized as an Employer of Choice, offering competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and connected to meaningful work.

A Day in the Life of:

As a member of our team, you will report to the Project Manager. You will ensure tasks are completed efficiently, safely and to quality standards. The crew leader is responsible for directing the team to ensure high quality lawn/ grounds maintenance tasks, as well as maintaining associated equipment, paperwork, tools, and materials as necessary. Your people skills will come in handy as the leader of the crew and will help you to maintain a fantastic professional relationship with your fellow SOAR365 team members.

You will come to know the great people that make us who we are as a business and who keep our reputation alive. You will be a part of something great here at SOAR365 and you will enjoy what you do and with whom you do it.

Benefits and pay range:

• Competitive Pay
• We offer a range of market-competitive rewards that include paid holidays, paid time off, sick leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending account, 403(b), life insurance, wellness programs, and discounted college tuition, to name a few.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Overseeing day-to-day site operations and delegating work to crew members
• Ensuring all crew members perform their work safely and in accordance with company policies
• Ensuring equipment is in good working order and receives appropriate preventative maintenance
• Observes and monitors individuals with disabilities and coaches/counsels as necessary; notifies Project Manager of any/all issues
• Participate in and/or conduct all job-related technical and safety training

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Valid Virginia Driver's License.  This position requires a REAL ID.
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• At least five (5) years of ground maintenance experience
• Minimum two (2) years supervisor experience
• Capability to work in inclement weather and extreme temperatures
• Knowledge of and ability to work with gas-powered tools and mowers
• Power to inspire and motivate others and create a positive work atmosphere
• Good oral and written communication skills for positive and clear interactions.
• Proficiency to work as part of a team.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds
• Capability to do repetitious bending at the waist and kneeling.

To apply for this position, a completed SOAR365 application is required which is located on our website at

EO/AA Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

Drug-Free Workplace

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation when you apply for a position on our website, please contact us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com and ask for human resources.

SOAR365 employees benefit from working for a rehabilitative non-profit agency that specializes in providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities