Foreman/Irrigation - Community Recreation

The City of Coral Gables•City of Coral Gables, FL

About The Position

This position supervises staff and performs skilled work designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems serving City parks, athletic fields, open spaces, and the Granada Golf Course. The employee also assists with landscape and grounds maintenance, minor equipment repairs, and repairs to park fixtures and site elements. The position may supervise and coordinate maintenance staff, contractors, community service workers, and temporary employees, and exercises initiative and independent judgment under the direction of the Community Recreation Department’s designated supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience in irrigation maintenance and repair.
Valid Florida driver's license and valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL B).
Ability to read and interpret specifications and blueprints related to irrigation systems and their components.
A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience assisting with parks, open spaces, athletic field, or golf course maintenance operations is preferred.
Experience in irrigation and landscape maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

Design, install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems throughout City parks, athletic fields, open spaces, and the Granada Golf Course.
Coordinate irrigation design and installation with other City personnel and outside contractors as necessary.
Perform irrigation repair and installation tasks involving pumping systems, timers, valves, solenoids, piping systems, and related equipment.
Supervise staff assigned to irrigation maintenance and repair, including instructing, assigning, and reviewing work; planning work; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; and allocating personnel.
Assist in determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, coordinating assignments, and expediting workflow; provide recommendations and updates to the supervisor regarding irrigation and related maintenance needs.
Assist in ensuring assigned areas are maintained within budget and that budgeted funds, personnel, materials, equipment, facilities, and time are used effectively and efficiently.
Provide supervision, direction, and assistance to crews at work sites and enforce applicable City policies, regulations, and safety and health standards.
Assist with landscape and grounds maintenance in City parks, athletic fields, open spaces, and the Granada Golf Course, including related tasks as assigned.
Assist with troubleshooting and repairing minor maintenance equipment and performing minor repairs to park fixtures and site elements, such as benches, tables, signs, and other park amenities, within the scope of the position.
Perform other related duties as assigned.