Open Space Crew Lead

Eagle Mountain City•Eagle Mountain, UT

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About The Position

The Open Space Crew Lead assigns daily work activities and performs skilled maintenance, preservation, restoration, and improvement work in City-owned open spaces, wildlife corridors, natural habitats, and related facilities. The position coordinates and leads daily Open Space Maintenance program operations, ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently in support of the City's Open Space Plan and natural resource management objectives. The position reports to the Parks Manager and provides daily direction, leadership, training, and oversight to Open Space Maintenance Technicians, seasonal employees, volunteers, interns, and assigned contractors. Work includes scheduling and assigning projects; managing the Goat Grazing program; leading habitat restoration, erosion control, revegetation, vegetation management, fencing, wildfire fuel reduction, and noxious weed control work; and performing or overseeing regulated pesticide applications. The Crew Lead operates, maintains, and trains others on light and heavy equipment, inspects facilities and habitat areas, monitors project quality and compliance, maintains operational records and inventories, coordinates with contractors and partner organizations, and communicates with residents and open space users. The position also assists with emergency response, including storm damage, wildfire support, flooding, trail closures, and other emergencies. Work is performed in both office and field environments. Field conditions include outdoor weather, uneven terrain, and potential exposure to hazardous vegetation, wildlife, chemicals, loud equipment, heavy machinery, and wildfire conditions. The role involves physical activities such as hiking, climbing, lifting, carrying, and operating equipment, with lifting requirements ranging from 25 to 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma 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.
Working knowledge of maintenance and repair of tools, equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
Working knowledge of safe work practices and applicable OSHA standards, open space management principles, and environmental regulations.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Skill in operating light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment, leading work crews, troubleshooting equipment and making field repairs, planning and coordinating multiple projects, and communicating with employees, contractors, residents, and partner agencies.
Ability to maintain safe working conditions; work outdoors in adverse weather and difficult terrain; interpret maps, plans, specifications, and project documents; train employees; prioritize workloads and meet deadlines; respond effectively during emergencies; establish effective working relationships; and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Valid Utah Driver License with a safe driving record.
Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification and a Utah Pesticide Applicator License within the first year.

Nice To Haves

GPS and GIS mapping systems experience.
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

Assign, schedule, and coordinate daily open space maintenance activities according to priorities, staffing, equipment, environmental conditions, and seasonal needs.
Maintain, repair, and improve City open spaces, wildlife corridors, natural habitat areas, facilities, and related infrastructure.
Manage the Goat Grazing program, including area selection, fencing, animal feed and water, and coordination with the goat contractor.
Lead erosion control, habitat restoration, native plant revegetation, fencing, vegetation management, wildfire fuel reduction, and noxious weed control projects.
Perform and oversee pesticide applications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Operate and maintain light and heavy equipment, and provide training on its use.
Inspect facilities, habitat areas, signs, drainage structures, and other improvements to identify maintenance needs and support safe public use.
Monitor projects for adherence to instructions, deadlines, regulations, established standards, and environmental requirements; inspect completed work for conformity with specifications and City objectives.
Coordinate and assist with wildlife habitat improvement, native vegetation establishment, restoration, and environmental stewardship initiatives.
Maintain records concerning pesticide applications, equipment maintenance, inspections, project activities, trail conditions, habitat restoration, and regulatory compliance.
Train and instruct staff on safety, equipment operation, work standards, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance.
Address operational problems, order corrective action, 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.
Respond to residents and open space users by addressing concerns, answering questions, providing information, and promoting responsible use of public lands.
Assist with emergency response, including storm damage cleanup, wildfire response support, flooding, trail closures, and other emergencies; respond to emergency calls as required.
Perform related duties as assigned.