Parks Foreman

County of San Juan•Parks and Facilities, NM

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Parks Foreman supervises and participates with maintenance personnel in preparing scheduled events and functions and maintaining and cleaning McGee Park facilities and grounds. In the absence of the park manager, the Foreman coordinates with the Parks & Facilities Director on task assignments and supervision of maintenance personnel. The position oversees event preparation, building and grounds maintenance, small construction and remodeling projects, and the work of maintenance personnel, trustees, and community service personnel. The Foreman plans and schedules work, assigns and prioritizes tasks, trains and coaches employees, reviews work performance, conducts performance evaluations, and ensures compliance with safety rules and standards. The role also works events at McGee Park, including overtime, evenings, and weekends. Work takes place in an office and outdoors, with possible exposure to adverse weather and hazardous conditions such as sewer cleaning and handling cleaning solvents and paints. Full-time hours include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, with rotating weekend and overtime schedules required. The schedule may include religious holidays. The position uses the County’s electronic ERP system as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three years of experience in building and maintenance.
Some experience or familiarity with equine-event-related equipment and practices.
Valid State of New Mexico driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, including a rotating weekend and overtime schedule.

Responsibilities

Oversee preparation of McGee Park facilities and grounds for events and functions, including operating tools and equipment and placing chairs, tables, and related materials.
Oversee and perform basic maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds.
Oversee personnel and participate in remodeling, small construction projects, and other maintenance needs.
Assign and delegate work to maintenance personnel, trustees, and community service personnel.
Provide support, direction, and coaching to subordinate employees for event setup and teardown and general maintenance.
Review work performance to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
Conduct performance evaluations.
Ensure safety rules and guidelines are followed, including equipment and dress standards.
Operate various tools, equipment, and machinery.
Plan and schedule work crews; assign and prioritize tasks and projects.
Train and instruct employees as required.
Work McGee Park events, including overtime, evenings, and weekends.
Use, process, and navigate the County’s electronic ERP system as needed for the position.
Perform other related duties as assigned.