Crew Leader - Parks

City of Baytown•2407 Market St. Baytown, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team that takes pride in keeping our parks, public spaces, and community events looking their best for residents and visitors alike. We’re looking for a motivated leader who enjoys working outdoors, leading a crew, and making a visible impact through hands-on work and teamwork. If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and ready for a rewarding career in Parks and Recreation, we encourage you to apply today. Under the direction of the Field Supervisor or Superintendent, the Crew Leader directly supervises a work crew and participates in Park functions including, maintenance and upkeep of parks medians, landscape, parks and event facilities, and TXDOT right-of-ways, park construction, sports league and other event set up, support and break down, and sport field pre-work. Works closely with all divisions of the Parks and Recreation Department as well as with other municipal departments such as Public Works, Police and Fire. Interprets work orders and assigns the job to employees. Drives crew truck, makes needed repairs and adheres to all safety procedures. Normal work schedule may include weekends, extra hours and/or after-hours call out for emergencies as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
One year of related experience.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
Obtain Valid Texas Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with the endorsement of air brakes, cargo, and combination within six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated prior supervisory experience.
Possess T.D.A. non-commercial pesticide license.
Knowledge of sports field preparation and setup, mowing equipment operation and construction.
Licensed Irrigator.

Responsibilities

Oversees and participates in ground maintenance which includes trimming, weeding flower beds, planting trees, litter removal, chemical spraying, pesticide usage, irrigation installation and repair, and drainage work and leveling.
Oversees and participates in facility maintenance of park structures, including landscape bed and park sign bed construction.
Oversees and participates in vehicle and equipment maintenance which includes minor repair and upkeep of trucks, tractors, lawnmowers and other motor vehicles, chain saws, trimmers, power hand tools, etc.
Oversees and participates in construction and maintenance including small buildings, event structures, equipment installation, fencing, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, carpentry, painting, etc.
Oversees and participates in maintenance of greenhouse and tree farms.
Oversees and participates in event set up, support and break down, for all Parks & Recreation Department events which include sports fields, recreation and aquatics, Wetlands, and Nature Center, and special events including Christmas parade, July 4th celebration, Special Olympics, etc.
Oversees and participates in weekend trash pick-up.
Performs personnel related duties including training, coaching and discipline.
Purchases building materials, minor tools and supplies as needed.
Performs planning and scheduling duties.
Drives crew truck to and from shop to worksite.
Performs graffiti removal.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.