Park Maintenance Supervisor

City of La Porte, Texas•La Porte, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

To supervise and implement the activities of the Park Maintenance Division including the maintenance of parks, recreational facilities, landscaped areas, swimming pools & splash parks; to supervise and train park maintenance personnel and to provide responsible and technical staff assistance.

Requirements

Basic Pool Operations & Water Chemistry
Basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical maintenance and repair.
Basic pump & pool filter repair.
Principles, practices, methods, and materials used in landscape maintenance, park development, installation, and minor construction.
Record keeping and reporting procedures.
Principles and practices of constructing and maintaining pools, splash pads, athletic fields, playgrounds, and facilities.
Related hazards and accepted safety precautions.
Plant and turf pests and diseases.
Principles and practices of personnel supervision and evaluation.
Personal computer operation and general applications (Word & Excel)
Plan, direct, and supervise the work of crews in pool, splash pad, landscape, facility maintenance, grounds maintenance, repair, and construction.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports.
Read and interpret plans and specifications.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Estimate time, materials, and equipment needed to perform maintenance and repair work.
Analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Respond to “on call” and emergency situations.
Ability to work a flexible schedule. Including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in swimming pool maintenance, the construction and maintenance of parks and landscape facilities.
High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by specialized courses in landscape architecture, horticulture, or related field.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year a valid Texas Class "B" CDL.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year a Certified Playground Inspector Certification.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year a Certified Pool Operator Certification.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year a Pesticide and Herbicide Certification.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and supervise the work of crews engaged in park and recreational grounds maintenance, repair, and minor construction.
Review work assignments and schedule personnel and equipment in accordance with job requirements.
Inspect landscaped areas to evaluate work progress, resolve work problems, and determine additional needs.
Supervise the maintenance and preparation of fences, swimming pools, splash parks, athletic fields, and other municipal facilities.
Supervise and train personnel in the operation of a variety of park maintenance equipment including tractors, mowers, weed-eaters, and line-trimmers.
Supervise the planting and care of specialized areas and the seeding, fertilizing, and maintenance of lawn areas.
Complete and maintain a variety of records and reports.
Prepare requisitions for materials and supplies.
Assemble a variety of equipment and materials used in recreational facilities and playgrounds.
Assist in budget preparation and control.
Perform related duties as assigned.