Crew Leader - Park Maintenance (Park and Recreation [PKR] Dept., Non-Civil Service)
About The Position
The Park Maintenance Crew Leader leads, monitors, and directs crews performing cleaning, maintenance, care, and repair of parks, playgrounds, facilities, public spaces, and landscaping for the Parks and Recreation Department. The role provides lead-worker assistance to a medium-to-large crew or multiple crews and may involve park maintenance and forestry operations, street repair projects, or lake spillway gate operations. The position oversees daily work and quality control; performs park grounds and pool maintenance; supports safe and effective equipment use; trains and directs crew members; and completes administrative documentation related to maintenance, inspections, incidents, inventory, scheduling, estimates, and emergencies. The Crew Leader also inspects public and playground equipment, coordinates preventive equipment maintenance, and provides customer service and public interaction in the field.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Four years of experience operating mowers and other lawn equipment while maintaining public facilities, lakes, zoo, aquarium, and park grounds; collecting garbage or brush; and trimming landscape.
- Texas Driver's License.
- Knowledge of equipment and tools used in various construction repairs.
- Ability to maintain and operate hand and power tools.
- Knowledge and understanding of safety procedures.
- Knowledge of pool chemistry levels, depending on assignment.
- Ability to lead and provide direction for maintenance crews.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to perform labor for extended periods of time.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
Nice To Haves
- One year of supervisory or lead experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee, delegate, and monitor employees’ daily tasks to ensure timely completion and quality control.
- Perform park grounds and pool maintenance, including mowing, trimming, general maintenance, minor pruning, horticulture methods, minor construction, and pool chemistry and care.
- Monitor heavy equipment operation and lead special projects as assigned.
- Load and unload tools, construction materials, and equipment onto trucks; ensure crews have necessary tools and equipment for repairs and work orders.
- Monitor and oversee safety protocols and practices.
- Provide on-the-job training and leadership; assist with timecards and timekeeping; delegate assignments as needed.
- Complete clerical and administrative work, including tracking inspections, projects, accident or injury reports, and inventory.
- Assist with bidding, cost estimating, schedule development, and documentation following environmental spills and other emergencies.
- Ensure playground and public equipment is safe and functional; inspect repairs, document noncompliant issues, and take steps to correct deficiencies.
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Provide quality customer service and interact with the public; serve as the first line of contact for Strike Team field-based employees and handle hazardous or dangerous situations professionally and efficiently.
- Perform other work as required or assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
