GENERAL PURPOSE:  Under general supervision, supervises and leads work crews in the maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, landscaping and infrastructure for the Parks and Recreation Department.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Leads work crews performing maintenance and construction activities for parks and facilities prioritizes and assigns tasks; assures work quality, timely accomplishment and effective use of resources and assures all safety rules and regulations are observed on the job site; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Provides customer service; answers questions and concerns related to City projects; investigates citizen complaints and service requests, and coordinates resolution of conflicts and disagreements; explains City codes and regulations.
• Trains and evaluates staff; conducts safety training programs; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; instructs crew in the proper use and maintenance of equipment; works with employees to correct performance deficiencies; monitors job sites, and enforces compliance to City policies, procedures and standards.
• Operates a variety of trucks, equipment and hand tools in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; inspects vehicles and equipment and assures all equipment is maintained according to standards.
• Manages a variety of administrative activities including computer records management, employee scheduling, payroll reporting, maintenance procedure and work activity reports; maintains inventories and assures that adequate materials, supplies, and tools are available; processes and responds to work requests and complaints; processes invoices and accounts payable/receivable.
• Responds to emergency callouts resulting from severe weather, major accidents or other factors; dispatches and accounts for crew activity during emergency events; performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED; AND five (5) years experience in landscape maintenance, building trades, or construction projects, including supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License; may be required to obtain a CDL.
• Other license or certification may be required such as Non-Commercial Pest Control Applicators License, Certified Pool Operator Certification, Irrigation Technician Certification or CDL based on job assignment.
• Must possess or be able to obtain: Community First Aid and Safety/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.

   

  Required Knowledge of:

• City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Materials, methods and techniques used in landscape maintenance, irrigation, tree care and maintenance and repair projects.
• Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules and supervision.
• Principles of project and records management.
• OSHA safety rules and regulations, and safety standards in landscape maintenance.
• Federal and State safety laws and regulations.

   

  Required Skill in:

• Reading and understanding construction blue prints, plans, specifications, technical documents and electrical schematics.
• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of trucks and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, contractors and the general public.
• Supervising staff, volunteers and/or contractors, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, for positive relationships with employees, patrons, and the general public.

   

  Physical Demands / Work Environment: 

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, with potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment; is subject to sitting, standing, bending and reaching for extended periods of time; and must be able to safely pull, push, lift and carry items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds.
• May be required to work irregular hours including weekdays, weekends, holidays and evenings.
• May be required to work immediately before, during or immediately after an emergency or disaster.
• NOTE:  This position is designated safety and/or security sensitive.

Starting minimum salary range is $20.09 - $24.10 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include Texas Municipal Retirement System; paid vacation and sick leave accrual; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. EOE