Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

ERG is seeking a Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of technicians at the Naval Support Facility in Indian Head, Maryland. This individual will supervise a team of maintenance technicians and grounds personnel responsible for maintaining buildings, infrastructure, landscaped areas, roadways, and other site assets. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong organizational skills, experience managing maintenance operations, and a commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

This is a fulltime onsite position at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, MD, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.

Job Description: Supervise and plan groundskeeping activities, including mowing, trimming, weed whacking, and snow removal

Oversee and assist with general building maintenance projects, including painting, light repairs, and minor renovations

Manage work orders, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of maintenance requests

Maintain equipment and ensure proper use of tools and safety procedures

Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to team members

Coordinate with other departments and contractors to support facility operations and project needs

Respond to emergencies and prioritize repair or maintenance issues as they arise

Qualifications and Skills: 3+ years of experience supervising or leading a maintenance, landscaping, or facilities team

Working knowledge of landscaping tools, building maintenance practices, and safety procedures

Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to perform hands-on work when needed

Ability to obtain base access and work on a federal installation

Must possess valid U.S. work authorization and a valid REAL ID Driver's License

Must pass a pre-employment physical exam and participate in a medical surveillance program for the duration of employment

Must pass a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug tests for the duration of employment

This position requires lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds

Work may be performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g., fumes, dust, noise, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals)

You may be required to participate in medical surveillance programs

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach during shifts

Must be able to use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items

Must be able to safely climb and descend ladders, stairways, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms and perform work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet

Must be able to perform work above shoulder level, including reaching, lifting, and manipulating tools and materials overhead

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance

Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Employees must maintain the ability to safely perform these essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, as a condition of employment. If no reasonable accommodation is available, continued employment in the position may not be possible

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. 

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

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