Open Space Crew Lead

Eagle Mountain City•Eagle Mountain, UT

12d•$25 - $27

About The Position

Assigns daily work activities and performs skilled duties related to the maintenance, preservation, restoration, and improvement of City-owned open spaces, wildlife corridors, natural habitats, and related facilities. Coordinates and leads the daily operations of the Open Space Maintenance program, ensuring safe and efficient completion of projects while supporting the City's Open Space Plan and natural resource management objectives. Reports to the Parks Manager and provides daily leadership, training, and oversight to Open Space Maintenance Technicians, seasonal employees, volunteers, interns, and contracted personnel as assigned. The role oversees maintenance and improvement projects, including habitat restoration, erosion control, native plant revegetation, vegetation management, wildfire fuel reduction, noxious weed control, and the City's Goat Grazing program. It involves operating and maintaining equipment, conducting inspections, maintaining records, coordinating with partners and the public, and assisting with emergency response activities. Work takes place in both office and field environments. Field work includes outdoor conditions and difficult or uneven terrain, with exposure to weather, hazardous vegetation, wildlife, chemicals, loud equipment, heavy machinery, and potential wildfire conditions. Physical activities include walking, hiking, climbing, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, reaching, carrying, and operating equipment; lifting requirements may range from 25 to 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED, and four years of experience in a field directly related to the duties, including two years as an Open Space Technician; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of native vegetation, habitat restoration, revegetation, and erosion control methods.
Working knowledge of pesticide application principles and noxious weed management.
Working knowledge of livestock care, primarily goats.
Working knowledge of forestry practices, tree maintenance, and vegetation management.
Working knowledge of wildlife habitat protection and conservation principles.
Working knowledge of irrigation systems used in restoration projects and of maintaining and repairing tools, equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
Working knowledge of safe work practices, applicable OSHA standards, open space management, and environmental regulations.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to operate light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment, lead crews, troubleshoot equipment, and perform field repairs.
Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects, communicate effectively with employees, contractors, residents, and partner agencies, and maintain safe working conditions.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather and difficult terrain; interpret maps, plans, specifications, and project documents; train employees; prioritize workloads and meet deadlines; and respond effectively during emergencies.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Valid Utah Driver License with a safe driving record.
Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within the first year.
Must obtain a Utah Pesticide Applicator License within the first year.

Nice To Haves

GPS and GIS mapping systems knowledge.
Utah Commercial Driver License (CDL).
Certified Arborist certification.
Outdoor Vertebrate Pest Control Certification.
Right-of-Way and Industrial Weed Control Certification.
GIS/ArcGIS experience.
Wildland Firefighter (Red Card) Certification.
Chainsaw Safety Certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and improve City open spaces, wildlife corridors, natural habitat areas, facilities, and related infrastructure.
Schedule and assign work based on priorities, staffing, equipment availability, environmental conditions, and seasonal needs.
Manage the Goat Grazing program, including identifying grazing areas, setting up fencing, ensuring goats have feed and water, and coordinating with the goat contractor.
Lead crews on erosion control, habitat restoration, native plant revegetation, fencing, vegetation management, wildfire fuel reduction, and noxious weed control projects.
Perform and oversee pesticide applications in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Operate and maintain light and heavy equipment and provide equipment-operation training.
Inspect facilities, habitat areas, signs, drainage structures, and improvements to identify maintenance needs and ensure safe public use.
Monitor project activities for compliance with instructions, deadlines, regulations, and established standards.
Coordinate and assist with wildlife habitat improvements, native vegetation establishment, restoration, and environmental stewardship initiatives.
Maintain records of pesticide applications, equipment maintenance, inspections, project activities, trail conditions, restoration efforts, and regulatory compliance.
Inspect completed work for conformity with specifications, standards, environmental requirements, and City objectives.
Train and instruct employees on safety, equipment operation, work standards, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance.
Order corrective action when operational problems occur and recommend improvements to procedures, efficiency, safety, and effectiveness.
Maintain inventories of tools, equipment, chemicals, materials, and supplies.
Coordinate with contractors, government agencies, utility providers, conservation organizations, and City departments on projects and maintenance.
Respond to residents and open space users, address concerns, answer questions, provide information, and promote responsible public-land use.
Assist with emergency response, including storm damage cleanup, wildfire response support, flooding, and trail closures; respond to emergency calls as required.
Perform related duties as assigned.