Parks Crew Leader, (A263115-3), 205, Parks Maintenance

City of Laredo • Laredo, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a group leader to a small number of laborers and/or groundskeepers; participates in the general maintenance of parks facilities and grounds; instructs and trains employees on proper methods and procedures; reviews and inspects work in progress and upon completion for compliance with standards; ensures all park equipment is accounted for at the end of each day's work. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Requirements

• Knowledge of general building and grounds maintenance practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to instruct, train, and monitor the work of employees performing building and grounds maintenance work.
• Ability to inspect employee work for compliance with acceptable standards.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. OR At least two (2) years of City of Laredo full-time employment experience.
• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience performing grounds and facility maintenance work.
• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, assigns, monitors, and participates in building and grounds maintenance activities; instructs and trains employees the proper methods and procedures; reviews work in progress and checks for compliance standards upon completion.
• Receives work orders from the supervisor; checks and picks-up equipment; transports crews and equipment to designated areas and follows through with work orders.
• Picks up trash from different areas and arranges for transportation to the City landfill.
• Cuts grass when needed.
• Ensures all equipment checked out of the warehouse is returned at the end of the day.
• Picks up equipment needed for special projects from the compound.
• Checks sites for vandalism and broken equipment.
• Prepares and maintains accurate reports regarding status of repairs and maintenance performed by the crew.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
• Random drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive functions/positions.
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities during the selection process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED