Spiffy Lawn Service Lead Spiffy20251210

Spiffy Lawn Service Lead

DETAILS OF POSITION 

Location: / Santa Maria / Full-time: Monday - Friday / Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM / Starting Rate: $20.21 per hour

PURPOSE OF POSITION

VTC Enterprises has been supporting people with developmental disabilities since 1962. Part of fulfilling our mission includes providing individuals with community experiences to develop and promote their independence.

The Spiffy Lawn Service Lead supports the daily operations of VTC’s commercial grounds maintenance contracts by performing hands-on landscape work, assisting workers with disabilities, and serving as the acting lead in the Supervisor’s absence.

For more information visit our website: www.vtc-sm.org

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Grounds Maintenance Duties (Daily)

Perform routine grounds maintenance tasks including:

Mowing, edging, trimming, and blowing

Hand weeding and general landscape clean-up

Safe operation of string trimmers, mowers (with clutch), blowers, and common hand tools

Light irrigation troubleshooting or reporting issues to the Supervisor

Loading and unloading tools and materials

Debris removal, green waste disposal, and site cleanliness

Work alongside trainees, modeling safe techniques and maintaining pace to ensure contract deliverables are met.

Coordinate daily work assignments to ensure grounds maintenance tasks are completed according to contract specifications.

Direct workflow, prioritize tasks, and communicate site expectations to crew members.

Ensure safe work practices, proper use of equipment, and adherence to VTC safety procedures.

Serve as point of contact for customers, inspectors, and vendors when needed, maintaining professional communication.

Monitor quality of work and complete grounds maintenance tasks required to meet service standards.

Assist workers with disabilities by offering guidance, reminders, and supportive strategies to help them stay on task and work safely.

Support for Workers with Disabilities
o Provide day-to-day support, reassurance, and task reminders to help workers maintain productivity and safety.
o Communicate respectfully and adaptively with individuals of varying abilities.
o Encourage appropriate workplace behavior and reinforce positive work habits.
o Notify the Supervisor of any concerns affecting safety, performance, or attendance.

Equipment Use & Site Coordination
o Ensure tools and equipment are used safely and returned in clean, operable condition.
o Report equipment issues, supply needs, or site hazards to the Supervisor promptly.
o Assist in maintaining organized storage of equipment, materials, and PPE.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. One year experience in lawn care maintenance.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence in English. Ability to remember oral or written instructions provided by others.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and management. Interact diplomatically with the public.

SELF-MANAGEMENT SKILLS: Perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands. Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out basic written or oral instructions. Ability to think through the consequences of a decision prior to making it. Ability to recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Ability to program a route into a GPS system.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Maintain First Aid/CPR Certifications. Must have a valid driver’s license with an insurable record.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Must meet and maintain Community Care Licensing criminal history criteria.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license with an insurable record.

An insured vehicle available for use during employment.

Must be willing and able to work up to 8 hours per shift.  

Must be able to work in varying weather conditions, shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required. 

Benefits

Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employment Assistance Program (EAP)

VTC Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.