What is a grounds crew supervisor and how to become one

Key steps to become a grounds crew supervisor

1. Explore grounds crew supervisor education requirements

   Most common grounds crew supervisor degrees

   Bachelor's

   53.5 %

   Associate

   18.2 %

   High School Diploma

   15.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific grounds crew supervisor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Mowing	37.64%
   Athletic Fields	22.29%
   Snow Removal	9.89%
   Tree Removal	7.97%
   Mowers	6.07%

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3. Complete relevant grounds crew supervisor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New grounds crew supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a grounds crew supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real grounds crew supervisor resumes.

4. Research grounds crew supervisor duties and responsibilities

   • Manage sales, run machinary, complete wekly inventory, run forklift, deliver orders, and keep financial records
   • Operate snow removal equipment and mowing equipment.
   • Maintain mowers, weed eaters, tractors, finishing mowers, sump pumps, trucks, etc.
   • Install and maintain landscaped areas, performing tasks such as removing snow, disposing of rubbish, and mowing lawns.

5. Apply for grounds crew supervisor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a grounds crew supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams