Building and Grounds Supervisor II

State of Utah • Moab, UT

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Dead Horse Point State Park is hiring a Building and Grounds Supervisor II to oversee the maintenance and repair of park facilities and systems, helping keep the park safe, functional, and welcoming for visitors. The role maintains buildings, grounds, campgrounds, picnic areas, restrooms, housing units, water systems, the park’s OHVs and golf carts, and other equipment. It also manages culinary and secondary water systems, waste and wastewater systems, and includes driving the park’s water truck. The supervisor plans and manages projects, including estimating costs, coordinating resources, and communicating with vendors and contractors. The position directly supervises one part-time maintenance employee and up to twelve seasonal volunteer camp hosts. Traditional park housing is not provided; a full-hookup RV site may be available. The position is in-office/on-site at Dead Horse Point State Park near Moab, Utah, and includes work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, with possible emergency call-ins on otherwise non-working days.

Requirements

• Class B Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement; applicants without it may be considered if they can obtain certification by the time of hire.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, sewer, and water systems.
• Experience with small engine maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain regular communication with management, subordinates, and coworkers.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and walk on uneven terrain for up to a mile.
• Ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, and repeatedly or for extended periods lift moderately heavy items up to 50 pounds.
• Complete required State of Utah training, including Defensive Driving, Security Awareness, PCI, Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Ethics; agency-provided emergency medical and de-escalation training may also be required.
• Successfully pass a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising staff, including delegating tasks and evaluating performance.
• Understanding of facility operations, construction, and maintenance principles and practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge and experience with complex water and sewer systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair park buildings and grounds, including campgrounds, picnic areas, restrooms, housing units, and water systems.
• Maintain and repair the park’s fleet of OHVs and golf carts.
• Manage culinary and secondary water systems, as well as waste and wastewater systems.
• Drive the park’s water truck.
• Directly supervise one part-time maintenance employee and up to twelve seasonal volunteer camp hosts.
• Operate and repair park equipment and ensure it remains in good working condition.
• Plan and manage projects, including estimating costs, coordinating resources, and communicating with vendors and contractors.

Benefits

• Full benefits package, including paid leave and comprehensive insurance options.
• Job stability within a well-established organization.
• Career growth and opportunities to develop skills and gain leadership opportunities.
• Meaningful work contributing to a community-benefiting service.
• Supportive work environment that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• A full-hookup RV site may be available; traditional park housing is not provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed