Crew Leader (Parks)

City of Corinth•Corinth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, leads and supervises City maintenance work crews; supervises the inspection, maintenance, repair and improvement of City parks, facilities, buildings, grounds, and other areas; assures that all safety regulations and procedures are followed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Four year’s building and grounds maintenance experience, preferably with the City of Corinth; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s license or obtain a CDL within one year of hire.
Must possess a minimum of two Specific technical certifications. Including; Pesticide, Playground Inspector or Irrigation system or you must obtain certifications within one year of hire.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Regulations and standards governing the maintenance of public parks and municipal facilities.
Knowledge of Federal, state and City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Knowledge of Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance of municipal parks and facilities.
Knowledge of Proper use and storage of chemicals, including OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.
Knowledge of Landscape and irrigation design and maintenance practices.
Knowledge of Repair and maintenance standards for specialized equipment and vehicles.
Knowledge of Customer service standards and protocols.
Skill in Supervising staff, delegating tasks and authority, and evaluating staff performance.
Skill in Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Skill in Monitoring operations and assuring parks and facilities are properly and safely maintained.
Skill in Operating and maintaining power and hand tools, equipment and vehicles according to standard operating and safety procedures.
Skill in Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
Skill in Troubleshooting irrigation system problems, and repairing systems and equipment.
Skill in Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
Skill in Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
Skill in Effective communication, both verbal and written.

Nice To Haves

Four year’s building and grounds maintenance experience, preferably with the City of Corinth

Responsibilities

Leads and supervises the maintenance of parks, playgrounds, sports fields, recreation centers, and municipal facilities, including preventive maintenance, repairs and improvements.
Inspects parks, facilities and equipment for maintenance priorities, damage, hazards and vandalism; evaluates maintenance and repair issues, and recommends and implements solutions to provide safe and clean parks and facilities.
Coordinates the daily activities of maintenance work crews; assigns staff, vehicles and equipment; reviews the work of staff to assure the work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities.
Meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve special projects and workload issues; provides assistance and training in maintenance procedures and responsibilities; works with employees to correct performance deficiencies.
Supervises maintenance staff, activities and resource allocations; schedules the application of pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers, and oversees work to assure the safe and effective application of materials; orders and stages materials, supplies and equipment for special projects and assures projects meet goals and standards.
Maintains and repairs irrigation systems, sprinklers, lawns, sports fields, landscaping and other City facilities; prepares athletic fields for events; inspects playground equipment for safety concerns; performs skilled and semi-skilled facilities maintenance, preventive maintenance, component replacement and repair tasks.
Performs a variety of administrative activities including records management, work orders, various inspections, employee scheduling, payroll reporting, and work activity reports; maintains inventories and assures that adequate materials, supplies, and tools are available.
Monitors work sites to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zones and all equipment are in safe operating condition; recognizes and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries; identifies and reports mechanical problems.
Operates a variety of trucks and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; supervises setup and teardown and other tasks for special City events as directed.
Cross-trains work crews in maintenance duties.
Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the city by assuming that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the city.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.