Parks Skilled Services Supervisor - Carpentry

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

5d•$51,036 - $67,000

About The Position

The Parks Skilled Services Supervisor oversees assigned parks and recreation center maintenance activities, staff, and operations. This position supervises maintenance, construction, and repair of park facilities and playground equipment; prioritizes and schedules maintenance work; oversees work crews; reviews and approves completed work; and maintains operational and administrative records. The role manages the day-to-day operations of the Carpentry Department within Parks and Recreation, including assessing assignments, managing incoming requests, and overseeing the workload of Skilled Services staff and contractors to deliver timely, effective services that meet quality and efficiency standards. The position works under very general supervision and may work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers, with responsibility for completing assigned tasks. It has formal supervisory authority over a work group, typically at least four to five employees, including responsibility for discipline, performance management, scheduling, and training. Playground maintenance responsibilities include maintaining records related to vendors, equipment, maintenance, and pesticides; inspecting, repairing, and replacing equipment to meet applicable standards and manufacturer specifications; coordinating work with other staff; maintaining playground files and equipment inventories; and ordering parts and supplies. The role may also perform other duties as assigned. The posting expires December 3, 2026.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or graduation from a vocational training program in engineering, construction management, plumbing, building trades, or a related field; additional experience may exceptionally substitute for the degree with at least five years of continual supervisory experience in plumbing, engineering, or a related trade.
Three to five years of continual supervisory experience in plumbing, engineering, or a related trade.
Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License.
Knowledge of policies, procedures, equipment, materials, and techniques pertaining to park maintenance operations.
Skill in making independent judgments in the absence of supervision.
Ability to create policies, procedures, plans, and activities.
Ability to meet or exceed departmental goals and operational standards.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Four years of experience managing park or building properties, specializing in repair and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and supervises daily operations and activities of assigned work crews maintaining and operating parks and recreation centers.
Supervises staff, reviews work, conducts performance evaluations, coordinates workloads, maintains standards, provides training, allocates personnel, and manages grievances.
Reviews work in progress and upon completion, approves final work, and ensures compliance with quality standards and safety practices.
Inspects park facilities, grounds, walkways, fences, athletic fields, game courts, playground equipment, and other recreational structures.
Supervises maintenance of tools and equipment used in operations and maintenance work.
Provides the public with information, assistance, and directions regarding parks and facility use.
Prepares administrative forms, production reports, vehicle maintenance reports, and other program information.
Coordinates activities and operations with other department personnel and communicates the status of assigned employees, areas, and projects to the Park management team.
May make purchasing or resource-allocation decisions within organizational guidelines and establish work methods, schedules, and performance standards.
Performs security and door-entry maintenance tasks and maintains perimeter fences and property security.
Coordinates projects and conducts face-to-face meetings.
Oversees welding statements of work as assigned.
Maintains records related to playground vendors, equipment, maintenance, and pesticides.
Repairs, replaces, inspects, and otherwise maintains playground equipment to comply with ASTM, CPSC, ADA, and manufacturer requirements.
Coordinates playground maintenance with other staff, including Park District Operations.
Maintains current files for each playground, including inspection and manufacturer information, equipment inventory, and surfacing condition.
Orders replacement parts, supplies, and materials for routine repairs and maintenance, and stocks the work vehicle with tools and materials for immediate repairs.
Performs other duties as assigned.