Assistant Parks Operations Manager

Syracuse City•Syracuse, UT

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Park's Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing maintenance operations within an assigned Parks Division District/Area of the city. This position provides technical support to supervisory and management staff and performs skilled work related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of parks, facilities, buildings, athletic fields, grounds, and aquatic features.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or GED required.
Four (4) years of related grounds and facilities maintenance experience, including one (1) year in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Utah Class D Driver's License.
Availability to work holidays, weekends, rotating 24-hour standby, and occasional on-call duty.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Lift and move objects weighing 50–75 pounds.
Work effectively in a team environment and communicate professionally with the public and staff.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of tools, equipment, and maintenance techniques used in parks operations.
Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
Managing multiple projects and prioritizing tasks.
Organizing and scheduling workloads to meet deadlines.
Monitoring equipment and mechanical systems for proper operation.

Responsibilities

Assign, coordinate, and review the work of parks personnel and contractors.
Provide directions, explain procedures, and resolve day-to-day operational issues.
Recommend purchases of major parks, equipment and supplies.
Evaluate unit operations and activities; recommend and implement improvements.
Establish schedules and methods for parks and open space maintenance and construction activities.
Perform high-level maintenance duties including turf management, landscape construction, tree care, irrigation systems, snow removal, and facility winterization.
Apply insecticides, herbicides, and fertilizers using appropriate equipment and safety.
Perform preventive and routine maintenance on all park vehicles and equipment.
Inspect, evaluate, and document the condition of parks, facilities, and amenities; report findings and recommend corrective actions.
Assist in budget preparation and administration, including cost estimates, justifications, and expenditure monitoring.