Maintenance & Ops Specialist -Greenway Operations

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

5d•$26 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is looking for a Maintenance & Operations Specialist to join their Greenway Team! This position will lead a Greenway crew in our Central and North Regions and perform multiple duties related to the maintenance of our urban greenway trail systems and amenities along our trails and greenways. These duties include, but are not limited to brush clearing, erosion control, tunnel clearing, tree work, and grading. In addition, the selected candidate will participate in carpentry projects, such as boardwalk and bench repairs. The successful candidate will be committed to ensuring our greenways remain safe and presentable for our community. This lead position will work daytime hours during the week, and weekends only as needed based on business needs. By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of specialized maintenance experience directly related to the area of assignment
High School Diploma or equivalent
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges
General knowledge in applicable computer programs
Fill out daily work sheets and other required forms
Operating trucks, small tractors, mowers, and similar equipment
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise

Nice To Haves

Equipment operations experience
NC Pesticide Applicator’s License
Class A CDL highly preferred
Depending on area of assignment, may require a Class A or Class B CDL

Responsibilities

Perform complex maintenance, repair, remodeling and renovation of various buildings, facilities and equipment
Ensure work is performed in accordance with accepted trade practices and in a safe manner with little waste of time and materials
Prepare daily inspection reports, pre-trip checks, logs and operating records for equipment or infrastructure
Train or supervise other subordinate staff in the operation or maintenance of various equipment
Order materials and ensure that correct construction methods are utilized
Coordinate work with sub-contractors and reviews materials and workmanship
Confirm with supervisors and code enforcement that work and materials conform to required codes
Assist with planning renovations and modifications of buildings and structures
Estimate time, materials, and costs for repair work
Maintain records and make reports as required for completed projects
Communicate with staff and citizens regarding the maintenance needs and problems
Make recommendations for routine renovation and building maintenance projects
Engage in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines; report and monitor unsafe working conditions
Brush clearing
Erosion control
Tunnel clearing
Tree work
Grading
Carpentry projects, such as boardwalk and bench repairs

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life
short term disability
long term disability
accident
cancer
critical illness
medical bridge
pet insurance
dependent care
healthcare
commuter flexible spending accounts
health savings account
paid holiday
vacation
sick days
near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses
an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more
an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling
access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities
paid family leave
tuition reimbursement
a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions
a defined benefit plan for retirement