Maintenance & Ops Supervisor- Arborist

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Please Apply By: Friday, July 11, 2025

Salary Range: $61,844.44/yr - $81,170.83/yr

This is an exempt level position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant's qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident's fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county "will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE." The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is excited to welcome a Maintenance & Operations Supervisor to our Park Operations team! This position will oversee all tree work, tree management and undeveloped Park and Recreation properties throughout Mecklenburg County and will work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure our park and recreation facilities remain premier venues for our community to enjoy. This lead position will also work closely with other Maintenance Supervisors within the department and with our Asset and Facility Management Department on special projects. The successful candidate will have project management experience and have extensive knowledge of the tree work trade. In addition, the selected candidate must currently possess or be in the process of obtaining a Certified Arborist credential. This position will work daytime hours during the week and weekends only as needed based on business demands.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 6 years of tree management experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel
• Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements
• Conduct or arrange for worker training in safety, repair, or maintenance techniques, operational procedures, or equipment use
• Develop, implement, or evaluate maintenance policies and procedures
• Examine objects, systems, or facilities and analyzes information to determine needed installations, services, or repairs
• Monitor tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate working conditions
• Perform skilled operation, repair or maintenance of heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, dump trucks, etc., light equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment
• Participate in budget preparation and administration, coordinating purchasing and documentation and monitoring departmental expenditures
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lays out reference points for workers
• Review, evaluate, accept, and coordinate completion of work bids from contractors
• Compile operational or personnel records, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair or maintenance statistics, or test results; and monitor employees' work levels and review work performance
• Develop or implement electronic maintenance programs or computer information management systems
• Meet with vendors or suppliers to discuss products used in repair work, computes estimates and actual costs of materials, labor, or outside contractors
• Investigate accidents or injuries and prepares reports of findings
• Requisitions materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, or replacement parts

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of specialized maintenance experience; including two (2) years of lead experience

Education: Associate's degree or a vocational degree in related field.

Combination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted?: Yes

Licenses/Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and County Driving Privileges; Depending on the area of assignment, may require a Class A or B CDL with one or more of the following endorsements, H(Hazardous Materials), N(Tank Vehicle), P (Passenger Transport), S (School Bus/Passenger Transport), T (Double/Triples), or X (Tanker and hazardous Materials); One or more of the following licensures related to job; NC Electrical, NC Plumbing, NC Locksmithing, CPSI Playgrounds, Certified Arborist, HVAC, CPO, Pesticide and/or licensure in an applicable skilled trade.

Computer Skills: Proficient in various computer applications including POLARIS, equipment maintenance software, and work order tracking system; Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Supervisory principles
• Light and possibly heavy equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
• Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
• Safe work practices and hazards associated with work
• Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activities

Skills:

• Filling out daily work sheets and other required forms
• Light trucks, small tractors, mowers and similar automotive equipment

Abilities:

• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization
• Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
• Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
• Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs
• Developing Others: Planning and supporting the development of individuals' skill and abilities so that they can fulfill current or future job/role responsibilities more effectively
• Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
• Managing Work: Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works outdoors exposed to varying weather conditions

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.