Parks Service Supervisor I

City of Clearwater•Clearwater, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited direction, the Parks Service Supervisor I oversees, supervises, leads, directs, and ensures the quality of maintenance and repair for the City’s Parks, playgrounds, and other public amenities. Monitors contracts, maintains consistent communication, and evaluates quality of work.

Requirements

A valid State driver’s license is required.
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate
Three (3) years experience as a laborer in the care and maintenance of parks or other similar grounds
One (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity
Knowledge of proper landscape, athletic field, and grounds maintenance procedures
Knowledge of athletic field layouts, turf grasses, and irrigation techniques
Knowledge of layout of softball and baseball diamonds
Knowledge of hand and power tools and equipment
Knowledge of personnel management and supervisory techniques
Knowledge of scheduling and coordinating work of department staff
Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations
Knowledge of safety laws, codes, regulations, and compliancy agencies
Knowledge of department policies and protocols
Knowledge of equipment maintenance practices and methods
Skill in operating and using hand and power tools, small trucks and other equipment
Skill in managing, scheduling, and coordinating athletic fields, tournaments, and programs
Skill in working with contractors and other vendors
Skill in establishing and maintaining good relationships
Skill in preparing and presenting training presentations
Skill in preparing and creating clear records and reports
Skill in reading, understanding, and applying warning labels
Skill in dealing tactfully with customers
Skill in using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines
Skill in operating a computer with general proficiency

Nice To Haves

CDL endorsements
Confined Space
Blood Borne Pathogens
Lock Out Tag Out
Right to Know
PPE
Job Site Hazards
OSHA standards

Responsibilities

Supervises, oversees, and schedules the work of all Park Service Technicians; prioritizes job importance, communicates pertinent information to job crews, facilitates proper equipment usage, and coordinating job crews in the event of an emergent scheduling change.
Performs extensive administrative duties for the department; purchases card receipts, creates purchase orders, contacts vendors, monitors inventory, performs inspections, and manages staff direction and teamwork; prepares schedules for parks maintenance, communicates special maintenance requests, and addresses safety concerns.
Delegates, assigns, and supervises crews in the field performing tasks on specific job sites; provides direction, guidance, and training; manages payroll and time cards for all personnel and evaluates for accuracy; provides performance review and feedback.
Leads, directs, oversees, and supervises the various contracts providing landscape, fountain, tree, and pressure washing services for the City; monitors the bid process, tracks all billing, BPOs and invoices, and maintains constant communication with all contractors to ensure quality and timely performance of tasks; orders inventories and keeps control of supplies.
Oversees and monitors the servicing of landscaped areas of the parks and recreation department; ensures mowing, trimming, weeding, and assisting with irrigation; assists with irrigation service and repair, chemical applications, and other landscaping tasks.
Performs and oversees the general maintenance in relation to grounds, facility, and park amenities; services, cleans, and monitors the condition of the public restrooms within the parks department and facilities.
Tracks, monitors, and keeps records of all trucks, mowers, trailers, and small equipment; creates documents and equipment checklists submits and schedules equipment for service and repairs as needed.
Performs tasks involving the use of hand tools, power tools and equipment, and the operation of City vehicles such as pickup trucks and small dump trucks.
Keeps informed on the latest information, equipment, and standards relating to CDL endorsements, Confined Space, Blood Borne Pathogens, Lock Out Tag Out, Right to Know, PPE, Job Site Hazards, OSHA standards, and safety and equipment usage.
Advises and provides information to employees regarding programs, policies, and procedures related to the various training issues and concerns; coordinates with other departments on various means of training
Performs other duties as assigned.