Parks Crew Leader

City of Anna, Texas•Parks Operations Building, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Parks Crew Leader leads employees in maintaining City of Anna parks, athletic fields, irrigation systems, park structures, amenities, and other public grounds. The role includes technical and manual work, field leadership, equipment operation and maintenance, and related duties as required. The employee may be scheduled to work weekends and must respond to emergencies after hours or on weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on-the-job education in a specific skill area such as equipment operation, plus three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess a Professional Turf Manager Certification or obtain it within six months of hire or promotion.
Must possess a valid Texas Class C Driver's License when hired.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle record check.
Basic word processing and typing skills.
Ability to perform work involving regular outdoor exposure, physical activity, and equipment operation.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Oversee and participate in maintaining parks, recreation areas, landscaping, and rights of way.
Issue work orders and assign projects, equipment, tools, materials, and supplies.
Mow grass, trim trees, pull weeds, and perform other maintenance tasks in City-owned areas.
Ensure park property is safe for maintenance personnel and patrons.
Train new employees in ground-maintenance equipment operation and procedures.
Lead workers at job sites as directed by the supervisor and prepare daily activity logs.
Clean work sites and restore landscaping after maintenance work.
Order parts and supplies for assigned crews as needed.
Instruct, assign, review, and plan crew work; monitor standards; coordinate activities; allocate personnel; and recommend employee transfers and discipline as appropriate.
Keep the supervisor informed of problems and developments.
Operate, inspect, and maintain equipment, including mowers, leaf blowers, rakes, shovels, and power hand tools.
Work weekend days as scheduled and respond to emergency situations after hours or on weekends.
Respond to citizen complaints and concerns.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.