Leadperson

City of Kirkland•Kirkland, WA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Parks Supervisor, the Lead assists in scheduling the daily field activities of crews while performing operations, maintenance, and construction of parks, facilities, and public grounds. Responsible for safety, cleanliness, and orderly appearance of parks, facilities, and public grounds. Oversee field crews and ensure staff safety while performing park operations, maintenance, and construction activities. Leads the work of the following positions: Senior Groundsperson, Groundsperson, and Seasonal/Contingent staff. Operates all Park and Community Services equipment and machinery. Typically, this position works in an operator capacity rather than in a supervisor capacity. Responsible for field crew training. Responsible for proper use and maintenance of all tools, equipment, and vehicles. Monitor and maintain inventory of parts, supplies, and tools on the job site and ensure crews have adequate resources to perform assigned work. Coordinate and plan the work of assigned team. Maintain current knowledge of rules and regulations regarding operations, safety, maintenance, and construction of park facilities to ensure compliance by all staff. Resolve community member complaints including follow-up investigation and research. Train less experienced employees in both equipment operation and operator safety. Plan, implement, and maintain Operations and Maintenance Division field crew training program. Perform licensed pesticide applications utilizing Integrated Pest Management best practices. Accurately record work performed, including materials, hours, and equipment utilized in the City’s asset management software. Performs functions as assigned in the City’s emergency response plan in the event of an emergency. Act as Parks Supervisor in that person's absence. Monitor work performance goals and standards of field crews as established by the Department. Provides input to the Park Supervisor for field crew performance evaluation. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
5 years of experience in park maintenance and operations, construction or closely related field.
Must have a valid Washington State Commercial Driver's License with a Class A with air brake endorsement or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
Must have the ability to remain insurable under the City’s insurance to operate motor vehicles.
Must be able to acquire and maintain appropriate professional certifications based on the specific team which position is assigned.
Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Positively interact with the public and park user groups, including working with volunteer groups.
Read and interpret engineering drawings.
Ability to work independently.
Must be able to deliver high quality service/products in a fast paced, efficient manner.
Must be able to lift and move bulky items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience overseeing the work of others is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for safety, cleanliness, and orderly appearance of parks, facilities, and public grounds.
Oversee field crews and ensure staff safety while performing park operations, maintenance, and construction activities.
Leads the work of the following positions: Senior Groundsperson, Groundsperson, and Seasonal/Contingent staff.
Operates all Park and Community Services equipment and machinery.
Responsible for field crew training.
Responsible for proper use and maintenance of all tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Monitor and maintain inventory of parts, supplies, and tools on the job site and ensure crews have adequate resources to perform assigned work.
Coordinate and plan the work of assigned team.
Maintain current knowledge of rules and regulations regarding operations, safety, maintenance, and construction of park facilities to ensure compliance by all staff.
Resolve community member complaints including follow-up investigation and research.
Train less experienced employees in both equipment operation and operator safety.
Plan, implement, and maintain Operations and Maintenance Division field crew training program.
Perform licensed pesticide applications utilizing Integrated Pest Management best practices.
Accurately record work performed, including materials, hours, and equipment utilized in the City’s asset management software.
Performs functions as assigned in the City’s emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.
Act as Parks Supervisor in that person's absence.
Monitor work performance goals and standards of field crews as established by the Department.
Provides input to the Park Supervisor for field crew performance evaluation.