Benefits:

Sick and Safe Time

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Training & development

Maintenance Operations Manager – Lead Outdoor Teams & Grow Your Career

Build a career outdoors with Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape, a 39-year industry leader, multiple “Best of Houzz” Design & Service award winner and recognized as Duluth’s Best of the Best. We’re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Operations Manager to oversee our landscape maintenance, lawn care, irrigation, seasonal cleanups, and snow & ice management operations.

If you take pride in leading teams, ensuring top-notch client service, and improving operations, this is your opportunity to make a real impact while working in beautiful outdoor settings.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, train, and manage maintenance crews across all service areas

Plan and coordinate daily/seasonal schedules, labor, and equipment

Ensure safety, quality standards, and DOT compliance

Serve as primary client contact; conduct site visits as needed

Support contract renewals, change orders, and growth opportunities

Monitor field operations and implement process improvements

Oversee snow and ice management operations during winter

Manage budgets, equipment maintenance, and departmental resources

Maintain an active field presence and lead by example

Qualifications

5+ years in lawn care or property maintenance operations

3+ years in a supervisory or management role

Strong knowledge of lawn care, landscape maintenance, irrigation, and snow removal

Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, seasonal environment

Job Details

Type: Full-time (Seasonal) | 40+ hours/week

Pay: $26–$35/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8–12 hour day shifts

Benefits

Health & dental insurance

Flexible scheduling

Paid sick & safe time

Overtime: 1.5x after 40 hours/week

401(k) with up to 4% employer match after 6 months

Safety boot reimbursement

$500 employee referral bonus

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License

Minnesota DOT Medical Card

Ready to lead and grow with us? Apply today and take your career to the next level while managing some of Duluth’s most beautiful landscapes!