Parks Facilities Crew Leader

City of Lake Oswego•Oregon, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parks Facilities Crew Leader provides hands-on leadership for a wide range of facility and site maintenance work across City properties. This position performs and leads skilled repair and maintenance tasks including building repairs, basic/light electrical troubleshooting, irrigation work, concrete and asphalt patching, equipment operation, and general infrastructure upkeep. This is a lead-worker position without its own assigned crew. The Crew Leader works alongside existing Parks Maintenance crews, receiving project assistance as needed. The role is primarily field-focused, leading by teaching, demonstrating techniques, coaching others, and performing work directly. Office time is limited to documentation, coordination, and material procurement.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Four years of experience in building, construction, landscape, or general maintenance trades, or a combination of experience and training that meets job requirements.
Valid driver’s license meeting City standards
Ability to obtain additional job-related certifications as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading or training others in the field.
Experience coordinating contractors or assisting with small-scale construction projects.
Familiarity with fleet or equipment maintenance practices.
Experience performing basic/light electrical troubleshooting.
Possession of a Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license or another limited scope electrical license applicable to facilities maintenance work.

Responsibilities

Provides day-to-day field leadership, assigning tasks, guiding work methods, and ensuring safe, high-quality work.
Performs and leads skilled maintenance tasks including building repairs, light electrical work within permitted scope, irrigation troubleshooting, and minor concrete and asphalt repairs.
Operates and directs safe use of small and heavy equipment.
Assists with fleet and equipment oversight, including scheduling maintenance and monitoring equipment readiness.
Works cooperatively with all Parks Maintenance crews and coordinates shared resources for larger or specialized projects.
Coordinates with contractors performing specialized work and ensures quality and compliance.
Prepares basic reports, records, and requisitions for tools, supplies, and materials.
Interprets work orders and project instructions and turns them into practical field tasks.