Athletic Field Supervisor

City of Odessa•Odessa, TX

3d•$24 - $34

About The Position

Under basic supervision, the Athletic Field Supervisor schedules, coordinates, and supervises the daily activities of Parks Department athletic field maintenance crews. The role sets work priorities and allocates labor, materials, and equipment; assures the quality of work; and verifies that vehicles, equipment, and tools are used in compliance with safety regulations and standard procedures. The supervisor oversees inspection, maintenance, and improvement of athletic fields in City parks and playgrounds; coordinates staff and resources; assigns and reviews work orders; and provides technical guidance to crews. The position also handles employee scheduling, payroll and activity reporting, and inventory oversight; operates trucks and heavy equipment; and supervises crews during emergency events. The role may perform maintenance worker and equipment operator duties as needed. Work takes place indoors, outdoors, and at City facilities, and requires a cell phone for City use.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of municipal grounds maintenance experience or related field experience.
One year of supervisory experience.
Valid Texas State Driver's License.
Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator license through the Texas Department of Agriculture within one year of employment.
Knowledge of parks, grounds, and athletic field maintenance principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
Knowledge of federal, state, and City safety rules and regulations.
Knowledge of heavy equipment and specialized vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair standards.
Knowledge of traffic laws and rules for vehicle and equipment operation in public parks.
Knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, including pesticide and herbicide application.
Knowledge of proper chemical use and storage, including OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets for hazardous workplace chemicals.
Knowledge of City geography, traffic patterns, parks, landmarks, and Parks facility locations.
Skill in identifying and resolving athletic field maintenance needs, priorities, and safety problems.
Skill in supervising staff, delegating tasks and authority, and evaluating staff performance.
Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
Skill in promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
Ability to operate a personal computer with standard and specialized software.
Ability to use specialized tools and heavy motorized equipment for maintenance and repair work.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; follow safety precautions and use safety equipment; and wear City-approved safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with athletic field maintenance.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance, inspection, and improvement projects for athletic fields in City parks and playgrounds.
Inspect athletic field facilities and identify and evaluate maintenance issues and priorities.
Plan and schedule crews, equipment, and materials for maintenance work; monitor work sites to ensure safety rules are followed and work zones and equipment are safe.
Supervise assigned staff, assign and prioritize tasks, train employees, develop skills, conduct performance evaluations, and address performance deficiencies.
Create and assign work orders and review completed work for compliance with work orders and Parks procedures.
Review, approve, and summarize daily activity reports and material and equipment usage reports.
Inspect work projects and provide technical assistance and guidance to work crews.
Perform administrative duties, including employee scheduling, payroll reporting, and work activity reporting; maintain inventories and ensure materials, supplies, and tools are available.
Operate trucks and heavy equipment; coordinate inspections of vehicles and equipment and report mechanical problems requiring further repair.
Supervise crews during emergency events and perform special tasks for public safety and property protection.
Follow safety precautions and report problems, emergencies, unsafe acts or conditions, accidents, and injuries.
Perform maintenance worker and equipment operator duties as needed to meet workload demands.
Maintain regular and timely attendance and a cell phone for City use.
Interact courteously and cooperatively with the public and City staff, maintain confidentiality, and perform other assigned duties.