Park Maintenance Supervisor

Dept/Div: Parks & Recreation FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Definition of Work

Performs supervisory work overseeing and assisting in maintenance activities, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Parks & Recreation Superintendent.

Supervision is exercised over Mechanic, Horticulturist, Grounds Maintenance Technician, Park Skilled Laborers, Park Laborers, part-time and seasonal park employees.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Plans, organizes, directs, inspects and participates in the work of crews engaged in the regular maintenance of parks and grounds areas, and equipment.

Instructs and trains crew members; conducts performance evaluations on assigned personnel; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary action when required.

Inspects areas and facilities for conformance to maintenance and safety standards; monitors quality and quantity of work; selects equipment and materials needed for work assignments.

Investigates citizen comments regarding park areas, facilities, islands, rights-of-way, and green space in the absence of Park Manager.

Conducts weekly tailgate safety training program and monthly safety training program. Assists Parks and Recreation Superintendent in the coordination of special projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment, tools and materials used in park maintenance and operations; turf management, irrigation, building maintenance, hardscaping, landscaping and horticulture as applied to parks and grounds areas; General knowledge of the grasses, flowers, shrubs and trees grown in the area, their planting time and their soil requirements; thorough knowledge of hazards and necessary safety precautions involved in construction work; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, associates and the general public. Ability to follow written, verbal, or diagramed instructions and communicate them clearly to team members. Ability to supervise team to complete work efficiently and safely. Ability to safely use tools commonly utilized in the construction and landscaping trades. Ability to perform heavy manual labor requiring physical strength and dexterity. Ability to use hand tools and operate equipment safely and effectively. Ability and willingness to accept new techniques, tasks, and training. Ability to assist co-workers with responsibilities as needed. Ability to provide direction and evaluate employees. Understands supervisory concepts.

Education and Experience

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred with coursework in park operations, arboriculture, horticulture, grounds maintenance, facility maintenance or related field; should have considerable experience in construction, snow removal, property maintenance and supervision of work crews or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, using hands and fingers, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions, frequently requires lifting and occasionally requires sitting, climbing or balancing and tasting or smelling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm's length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to the risk of electrical shock, exposure to vibration, and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements

Valid Class E driver license required.

Ability to acquire Commercial Driver's License -Class A (w/ air brake endorsement) within 12 months of hire

Missouri Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire

First Aid / CPR/ AED Certification required within 6 months of hire

ISA Certified Arborist preferred