Park Maintenance Supervisor

Overview

General Statement of Duties:
Performs responsible first line supervision, coordination and semi-skilled grounds and maintenance work of parks, ball fields, playgrounds, restrooms and shelters, trails, and recreation centers and facilities in the Recreation and Parks Department.

• Supervises a crew of full time and part-time workers in the repair and maintenance of parks and associated facilities; assures that work is accomplished according to OSHA and departmental safety standards and that facilities are free of public hazards; trains employees in safety practices and assures appropriate equipment and PPE.
• Plans work projects; inspects the facilities daily and weekly; determines needs; makes daily assignments; completes work order paperwork.
• Provides supervision of staff; trains; coaches; reviews and evaluates work in progress and upon completion; conducts performance evaluation; assures cross-training of staff; participates in hiring interviews.
• Performs work tasks including mowing grass, trimming shrubs and trees, watering and assisting with horticultural practices such as fertilization and planting.
• Performs routine maintenance, minor construction, and repair duties on recreational facilities such as field house dug-out buildings and concessions, windows, playgrounds, picnic areas, and other recreational areas; checks equipment for safety; paints and repairs; repairs plumbing and does basic electrical.
• Purchases supplies as needed; provides recommendation on maintenance needs for annual budget to Director, especially on new equipment.
• May construct shelters, tables, trash containers, etc.
• Coordinates and assists with setting up for special events; loads, hauls and arranges bleachers, stages, tables, tents, trash receptacles, concessions stands, etc.
• Assists the public; gives directions and/or information on events.
• Cleans parks buildings including bathrooms.
• Operates riding mowers, weed eaters, variety of hand and power tools, and other maintenance equipment; drives tractor, pick-up truck and may drive dump truck; may assist with operating boom truck to set up for special events and hanging banners or other medium equipment on limited basis; does basic maintenance on equipment.
• Documents work activities and time records electronically.
• May return to duties on weekends to clean prior to or after facilities rentals.
• Assist Director in oversight of contractors performing maintenance and construction at the department facilities and grounds.

• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment utilized in the parks and recreation maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations, occupational hazards and related safety precautions in the work.
• Working knowledge of the principles and techniques of basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical skilled trades required of the position.
• Skill in the use and care of varied equipment and tools.
• Ability to supervise and review work activities of parks maintenance staff.
• Ability to exercise independent initiative; to diagnose repair and maintenance problems; and to organize appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, superiors, and citizens involved in sporting and recreational activities.
• Ability to exercise courtesy and tact in dealing with the public.

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and considerable related experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to obtain pesticide license and certified pool operator license within time frames established by the City.

All full-time regular employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package which includes vacation, sick leave and twelve holidays. Also available are medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. For an overview of the City of Clinton's benefits package offered please :