Parks Foreman - Maintenance

City of Farmington•Farmington, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parks Foreman performs administrative, supervisory, skilled, and semi-skilled work in maintaining and operating parks grounds, landscapes, open spaces, riverine trails, athletic fields, buildings, and facilities. The position manages a crew responsible for assigned parks, public grounds, and/or athletic fields; organizes and assigns workloads; trains, motivates, disciplines, and evaluates staff; and monitors work quality and progress. The Foreman works under the administrative supervision of the Parks Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent. The position plans and coordinates maintenance and construction work, schedules staff and resources, supports budgeting and procurement, maintains equipment, and prepares reports. It oversees parks and athletic-field maintenance, irrigation, landscaping, turf care, pest and weed control, construction, facility preparation, and contractor performance. The Foreman may perform Parks Maintenance Worker duties as needed, responds to public inquiries, and establishes effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public. Regular attendance is an essential function. This is a regular, full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule, generally 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with varied hours and weekends as needed. The work involves outdoor field conditions, loud noise, moving machinery, potentially hazardous chemicals and equipment, and strenuous physical activity.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent.
At least five years of progressive maintenance experience in parks, landscapes, or athletic fields, including at least three years in a lead or supervisory capacity; at least two years of experience must be with a park system, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Considerable knowledge of landscape management, turf management, and horticulture.
Excellent organizational and supervisory skills.
Considerable knowledge of equipment and materials used in parks and building maintenance, repair, and construction.
Extensive knowledge of irrigation-system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to schedule deadlines.
Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for extended periods, and perform strenuous physical labor in adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to understand, follow, and transmit written and verbal instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, City personnel, and the public.
Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment and ability to use tools and equipment properly and safely.
Working knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
Valid New Mexico driver's license with CDL endorsement and an acceptable driving record for the past three years, or ability to obtain a CDL with air-brake endorsement within 90 days of entry into the position.
Must undergo a baseline audiometric examination and participate in and comply with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety program.
Subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy, including pre-employment, post-accident, random, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing.
Extensive background checks are required.

Nice To Haves

New Mexico Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator's license preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise a crew assigned to parks, public grounds, and/or athletic fields; plan workloads and staff assignments; train, motivate, discipline, and evaluate employees.
Provide leadership in developing short- and long-range plans and coordinate department activities with other departments and agencies.
Communicate plans, policies, and procedures; advise supervisors; enforce policies, regulations, and safety and health standards.
Ensure work is performed within budget and that personnel, materials, facilities, and time are used effectively and efficiently.
Establish work procedures and schedules, direct workflow, issue instructions, inspect work, and improve operating methods.
Assist with interviewing and hiring; supervise and evaluate park maintenance workers, temporary employees, and community service workers; address workplace harmony and grievances as needed.
Provide supervision, direction, and assistance to crews at work sites.
Determine and obtain materials and supplies for projects; help project equipment and supply needs and prepare specifications, estimates, and bids for machinery, equipment, and contractor services.
Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and in proper working condition.
Prepare and maintain assigned daily, monthly, and annual reports and records; respond to public inquiries within the scope of the position.
Oversee and coordinate parks, landscapes, medians, athletic fields, and riverine construction and maintenance.
Coordinate athletic-field and facility usage and maintenance schedules.
Oversee and assist with mowing and maintenance of parks, athletic fields, and open spaces.
Oversee installation, management, repair, and efficient operation of irrigation systems.
Oversee seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, and pest and weed control.
Set up and take down equipment for parks and recreation programs and special events; prepare facilities for program use.
Operate a motor vehicle for City business and open, close, lock, or unlock City facilities as needed.
Assist with construction of park facilities, including clearing, grading, drainage, irrigation, and foundation work.
Inspect contractor- or vendor-provided parks and open-space services for compliance with performance standards.
Perform some or all duties of a Parks Maintenance Worker I, II, or III as required; perform other assigned duties and serve on employee committees as assigned.