Maintenance Operations Manager

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

Maintenance Operations Manager

Duluth, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Training & development

    Build a career outdoors with Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape — a 39-year industry leader and multiple “Best of Houzz” Design and Service award winner and Duluth's Best of the Best. If you love being part of a close-knit team, take pride in your work, and want to see beautiful projects come to life, join a company that invests in its people, provides paid training, and treats you like part of the team and family while offering real opportunities to grow. We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Division Manager to lead and oversee our landscape maintenance, lawn care, irrigation, seasonal cleanups, and snow & ice management operations. This role is responsible for day-to-day operations, crew leadership, client satisfaction, and department performance.

    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 contact for maintenance clients; conduct site visits as needed

    Support contract renewals, change orders, and growth opportunities

    Monitor field operations and implement improvements

    Lead snow and ice management operations in winter

    Manage budgets, equipment maintenance, and 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 Type: Full-time (Seasonal) | 40+ hours/week Pay: $26–$35/hour

    Benefits:

    Health & Dental Insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Paid Sick & Safe Time

    Overtime (1.5x after 40 hours)

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

    Safety boot reimbursement

    $300 employee referral bonus

    Schedule:

    Monday–Friday, 8–12 hour day shifts

    Requirements:

    Valid Driver’s License

    MN DOT Medical Card