Job Title:  Grounds Supervisor

Department:  Grounds/Landscaping

Reports To:  Ground Manager

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate: $31

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.

Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.

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Summary

Serve as the administrative point person for the department, managing staff scheduling, ensuring budget compliance, and acting as the primary contact for irrigation. Maintain necessary certifications, provide training, and onboard new hires. Collaborate with the Grounds Manager to maintain a flexible schedule and serve as the Manager on Duty (MOD) in their absence. Supervise and coordinate the activities of the Grounds/Landscaping team, leading employees in landscaping and ground maintenance tasks. Ensure all assignments are completed, using chemicals and materials safely and in accordance with procedures.

Please note that the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center Grounds Department employees are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with Unite Here Local 11, and union membership is a condition of employment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Administrative and Coordination

- Manage Staff Scheduling: Create and maintain the department's staff schedule, ensuring appropriate coverage for all shifts and tasks.

- Primary Contact for Irrigation: Serve as the main point of contact for all irrigation-related issues, coordinating repairs, maintenance, and upgrades as needed.

Certification and Training

- Maintain Necessary Certifications: Keep all required certifications up to date, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

- Provide Training and Onboarding: Train new hires and ensure they are properly onboarded into the department, familiarizing them with procedures, equipment, and safety protocols.

Collaboration and Leadership

- Collaborate with Grounds Manager: Work closely with the Grounds Manager to develop and maintain a flexible work schedule that meets the needs of the department.

- Act as Manager on Duty (MOD): Step in as the Manager on Duty in the absence of the Grounds Manager, overseeing all departmental operations.

- Lead Grounds Crew: Guide the grounds crew in daily operations, ensuring that all job assignments are completed during the shift and maintaining a hands-on approach to leadership.

Supervision and Maintenance

- Supervise Grounds/Landscaping Team: Oversee and coordinate the activities of workers engaged in landscaping and grounds maintenance, providing guidance and support as needed.

- Cleans Grounds: Perform and oversee the cleaning of grounds as assigned, ensuring all areas are well-maintained.

- Landscaping Maintenance: Maintain landscaping, including the care and replacement of plants, grass, and shrubs, ensuring the facility's exterior is visually appealing.

- Sprinkler System Maintenance: Ensure sprinkler systems are in proper working order, performing routine maintenance and repairs as necessary.

- Inventory Management: Maintain an inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment, ensuring they are available when needed.

- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure tools and equipment are in proper working order, notifying the supervisor of any repairs needed or if supplies are low.

Chemical Use: Utilize chemicals and materials necessary for grounds upkeep in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), adhering to safety requirements.

- Job Completion: Ensure the completion of assigned tasks unless released by a supervisor, taking responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.

Safety and Compliance:

- Follow Safety Guidelines: Adhere to established safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment for all staff.

- Dress Code Compliance: Follow the facility's dress code and grooming standards to maintain a professional appearance.

- Policy Adherence: Attend to and conform to the policies established by LBCEC and the Grounds Department, ensuring compliance in all areas of responsibility.

Assisting the department Manager ​                                                   

Assists the department Manager in all of the following day to day objectives; managing all employees in the Grounds/Landscaping Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with SMG/ASM Global’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding; disciplining employees in conjunction with Human Resources; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience                                                  

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

1-2 years of custodial or ground maintenance experience required

Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervisory experience preferred

Skills and Abilities                                           

Good organization skills

Good oral, written and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with little supervision

Ability to work irregular hours, shifts that include nights, graveyard shift, weekends and holidays

Computer Skills                                               

Basic computer skills are required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

No certifications are required.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. This position requires work in both indoor and outdoor settings and may be subjected to adverse conditions.

 

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.