Grounds Manager Jobs

Job purpose: Responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and professional operation of the Huwa Enterprises headquarters by overseeing facility maintenance, building systems, groundskeeping, contractor management, and property improvement projects. This position protects and enhances company assets through proactive maintenance, effective project coordination, and continuous property stewardship while providing a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for employees, clients, vendors, and visitors.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Facility Maintenance & Building Operations

• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, and facility systems.
• Perform and coordinate repairs involving plumbing, lighting, drywall, paint, flooring, doors, locks, and minor carpentry.
• Manage preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
• Maintain building safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency.
• Respond to maintenance requests and facility emergencies.
• Coordinate elevator inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs with contracted service providers.
• Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, and work order documentation.

Contractor & Project Management

• Manage facility repair, renovation, and improvement projects from planning through completion.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor proposals and contractor bids.
• Coordinate contractors and service providers to ensure quality, safety, budget, and schedule compliance.
• Oversee work involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, elevator systems, construction, and other specialty trades.
• Manage permits, inspections, warranties, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities for facility improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Grounds & Property Maintenance

• Oversee all landscaping and exterior property maintenance.
• Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flower beds, and green spaces.
• Operate and maintain irrigation and sprinkler systems.
• Maintain parking lots, sidewalks, entrances, pond, and exterior common areas.
• Remove debris, litter, and property hazards.
• Perform seasonal maintenance activities, including snow removal and ice mitigation.
• Support property beautification and facility enhancement projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed:

Required

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, construction, property management, landscaping, or a related field.

· Working knowledge of:

· Commercial building maintenance

· HVAC systems

· Plumbing systems

· Electrical systems

· Irrigation systems

· Landscape and grounds maintenance

· Experience managing multiple projects, contractors, and vendors.

· Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.

Preferred

· Experience managing commercial office facilities.

· Construction management or general contracting experience.

· HVAC certification or technical training.

· OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

· Irrigation system maintenance experience.

· First Aid/CPR certification.

· Valid Colorado driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Work Environment:

The Facilities & Grounds Manager works in a combination of office, maintenance, and outdoor environments and is regularly required to move throughout the Huwa Enterprises headquarters property. Work is performed in office areas, mechanical and utility rooms, parking lots, landscaped grounds, rooftops, and other facility spaces. This position requires a balance of hands-on maintenance, groundskeeping, contractor coordination, and project oversight. The employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, equipment vibrations, fumes, and other conditions commonly associated with building maintenance and landscaping activities. Occasional evening, weekend, and emergency response work may be required to address facility needs, weather-related events, or critical repairs.

Physical Demands:

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, and perform physical labor throughout the workday. This position requires the ability to traverse the property, climb ladders, access rooftops, and inspect mechanical spaces. The employee must be able to safely operate maintenance, landscaping, and snow-removal equipment and tools. The position also requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds occasionally. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Facilities and Grounds Maintenance: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person