Crew Leader

City of Burlington NC•Burlington, NC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to take charge and lead a team in creating beautiful and safe outdoor spaces for our community? Join us as a Crew Leader in the Cemetery & Grounds Division, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while maintaining the City's grounds to the highest standards. The administering and maintaining of the cemetery grounds is the responsibility of the City's Cemetery and Grounds Division. The maintenance is perpetual in nature. This means the City will always be responsible for the mowing and trimming of grass and other duties required to maintain a pleasing appearance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Equivalency and considerable work experience in grounds maintenance, or turf maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
In-depth knowledge of the equipment used in municipal grounds maintenance, including backhoes, loaders, mowers, tractors, trucks, leaf blowers, and weed eaters.
Skilled in operating maintenance equipment to ensure efficient completion of tasks, such as mowing, fertilizing, and raking.
Considerable understanding of landscaping techniques, including proper planting methods, seeding, and strawing.
Expertise in identifying tree and shrub species and implementing proper planting and maintenance techniques.
Knowledge of fertilization and basic plant care practices to maintain the beauty and health of public spaces.
Extensive knowledge of safe and effective chemical use in landscaping and grounds maintenance, ensuring proper application to protect people and the environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a grounds maintenance crew, delegating tasks and responsibilities while maintaining high performance standards.
Proven ability to motivate and manage crew members with firmness and tact, ensuring smooth operations.
Strong leadership skills, ensuring the crew works efficiently and in alignment with project goals.
Capable of working independently and completing tasks with minimal supervision, while also following instructions from supervisors with precision.
Ability to identify maintenance needs across various structures, grounds, and facilities, and report them to management for prompt resolution.
Effective communication skills, fostering open dialogue with crew members, management, and the public.
Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with subordinates, other City employees, and community members.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred or must obtain a CDL within twelve (12) months after date of hire.
Possession of or ability to obtain Turf & Ornamental Pesticide License

Responsibilities

Lead a grounds crew, fostering a safe and efficient work environment while motivating team members to complete tasks to a high standard.
Conduct employee performance evaluations, offering guidance, feedback, and recommending job assignments to enhance team productivity.
Train crew members on proper grounds maintenance techniques and equipment operation to ensure competence and safety.
Perform mowing and weed-eating tasks across cemeteries, parks, rights of ways, traffic islands, creek banks, and other City grounds, ensuring a neat and maintained appearance.
Operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe for grave digging and other excavation tasks as required.
Drive a leaf truck and operate a leaf vacuum to collect curbside leaves, contributing to seasonal clean-up efforts.
Plant flowers and trees, prune shrubs, and provide ongoing care, including watering and feeding plants to promote healthy growth.
Shovel snow and ice from public areas to maintain accessibility during winter weather conditions.
Identify equipment repair needs and inform the supervisor, ensuring timely repairs and minimal downtime.
Ensure that the crew is properly equipped with the tools and resources required for efficient project completion.
Perform routine equipment operation and maintenance duties to support grounds upkeep.
Evaluate and report on tree needs across various parks and City grounds, ensuring proper care and safety.
Prune trees and shrubs, and manage plant care to maintain the aesthetic and health of public spaces.
Enforce safety procedures on the jobsite, ensuring that all work is completed with a focus on team well-being.
Inspect crew work regularly to ensure high-quality standards are met in all tasks performed.
Assist with scheduled weekend assignments for burial services, contributing to the maintenance and respectful management of cemetery operations.
Perform additional duties as assigned, ensuring comprehensive grounds management.