Grounds Maintenance Foreman

City of Raleigh North Carolina•Raleigh, NC

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Maintenance Foreman position will maintain Raleigh's Greenway trail system, includes asphalt removal from damage on trails due to storms, root damage, or fallen tree damage. This position will also backfill of washouts, placement of damaged bollards, cutting and removal of trees from greenway trails as well as support other crews with their maintenance when needed. This position will also include assisting with storm related damage, including, but not limited to snow removal from Centers, debris removal, and mud and silt removal from trails and tunnels. The ideal candidate for the Grounds Maintenance Foreman position will be a reliable, safety-conscious, and customer-focused individual with strong communication skills and a solid work ethic. They should be team-oriented, with a passion for parks and community service. A valid NC Class "A" driver's license is required, along with the ability to operate park maintenance equipment and perform preventative maintenance. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to high-quality work, safety standards, and community engagement. The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (PRCR) mission is "Together we connect and enrich our community through exceptional experiences." The PRCR Department plays a leading role in the quality of life and character of The Capital City. With nearly 10,000 acres of land, 220 parks, and 124 miles of Greenway Trails, the Department, provides a wide range of facilities and amenities, and programs that support the social, cultural, mental, and physical well-being of citizens. The Department is guided by a comprehensive 20-year System Plan that identifies the overall vision of Bringing People to Parks and Parks to People. The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is seeking candidates who align with the City's values, is team-oriented, and is looking for leaders with passion and vision for parks and serving the community. This position will routinely require exerting significant physical strength and endurance to complete essential job duties. Tasks include adding and removing heavy attachments to equipment, loading, and unloading trees and materials at various job sites, lifting heavy dump truck gates and handling base concrete just to name a few. These responsibilities frequently involve lifting and moving objects exceeding 50 pounds and occasionally over 100 pounds, making a high level of physical ability essential for safe and effective performance. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Design, Grounds Maintenance, Pest Control or related field; 3 to 5 years' experience in specialized turf maintenance, landscape design/maintenance, parks maintenance, arboriculture, or related work
Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
General equipment maintenance and operation, tree work, greenway policies, and organization policies
Tools and equipment required to perform the position
Occupational hazards and safety principles and practices
Park and City policies and regulations
Equipment operation and safety, laying asphalt, hauling materials
The safe operation of power tools and power equipment
Attention to detail
Customer service
Utilize a computer for work order processing and use a city phone
Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and the public
Collaborate with other city departments to complete tasks
Follow directions and meet work quality standards

Responsibilities

Maintain all trails that need repair to help promote safety and beautification for the Patrons of Raleigh's Greenways.
Safely operates and maintains machinery: Dozier, Excavator, Mini Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer, Paving machine, Roller, Plate tamp, Chainsaw, Backpack blower, and Handheld blower.
Performs preventative equipment maintenance, including checking all fluid levels, airing up equipment tires, sharpening Chainsaws, greasing machinery, and learning proper tie down methods of all equipment.
Removal of trees and debris from trails, hauling to landfill, hauling materials, hauling equipment, laying asphalt, removal of trees from water sources along greenways, and any other action that is required from the City of Raleigh to complete the task at hand.
Works in inclement weather and emergency scenarios like storm response, which could be beyond regular working hours.
Keeps trucks and equipment clean and orderly. Maintains and keeps tools and equipment organized.

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