Maintenance Supervisor

City of Copperas Cove•Copperas Cove, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees and directs crews responsible for cemetery, parks, grounds equipment, and facility maintenance, helping provide a safe and enjoyable site for public use. The position works under the general supervision of the Parks Superintendent and supervises maintenance technicians, the cemetery caretaker, and other assigned personnel. The role may also supervise community service workers and part-time or temporary employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two years of experience in parks and recreation programs and/or golf course operations, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Must have or be able to obtain within six months a Chemical Applicators License from the Texas Department of Health or the Texas Structural Pest Control Board, and maintain the license and required annual CEUs.
Valid Texas state driver's license or ability to obtain one by the date of hire.
Attend required education and training to maintain required certifications.
Knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds and/or turf maintenance.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities.
Oral and written communication skills and ability to work directly with the public.
Ability to plan and organize recreation and parks/golf course activity data and maintain accurate records.
Ability to develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities involved in community programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the general public.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 100 pounds.
Regular and timely attendance is an essential job function.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance technicians, the cemetery caretaker, and other assigned personnel.
Perform general grounds maintenance in parks, golf courses, athletics, aquatics, and other assigned areas.
Administer performance reviews for assigned crews.
Provide hands-on training to crew members at the start of projects and train employees to operate necessary equipment.
Monitor and manage crews’ daily on-site activities.
Comply with and enforce safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Assist the superintendent with ordering equipment and project supplies.
Perform routine safety or operator inspections and repair related facility equipment.
Assist the superintendent in determining work schedules and preparing or updating monthly and weekly reports.
Inform supervisors about project and employee performance.
Respond to public inquiries about job tasks by telephone, correspondence, or at public events.
Work alternate schedules when necessary to staff department programs.
Submit reports to the supervisor about accidents, facility or equipment damage, staff problems, and complaints from facility users.
Serve as superintendent when assigned during the superintendent’s absence.
Document and quantify maintenance problems, injuries, and daily activities in reports.
Maintain regular and timely attendance and comply with attendance and call-in policies.
Work effectively with others, follow directions, maintain a pleasant attitude, and communicate effectively with members of the public, including those with service complaints.
Perform other essential duties as needed for successful department operations.
Serve on employee committees as assigned and assist with training and supervising lower-level employees or volunteers.
Perform other duties as assigned.