Park Maintenance Group Supervisor I

General Statement of Duties

Forsyth County's Parks and Recreation Department has an opening for a Park Maintenance Group Supervisor. This position performs both supervisory and skilled park maintenance work in the daily operation and maintenance of Triad Park. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to lead a team of 6 professionals in all aspects of grounds maintenance from routine daily operations, (such as mowing, string trimming, pruning, pesticide application, turf care, seeding, fertilizing, tree trimming, etc.), special event set up and operation, and general facilities maintenance.

Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Work Schedule may occasionally include evenings, holidays, and weekends to cover for events and vacancies.

Distinguishing Features

A successful candidate should have:

Considerable knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in maintenance

Knowledge in the areas of park management and operation

Ability to establish priorities and maintain appropriate work standards

Ability to train, supervise and evaluate the work of others

Ability to enforce park rules and regulations

Ability to keep records and prepare associated paperwork

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees

Work environment is outdoors with exposure to multiple types of machines, various pesticides, and heights (in bucket truck and man lift).

OVERALL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Medium - Lifting 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Minimum Education and Experience

Graduation from high school or GED with three years of skilled park maintenance or related skilled general maintenance experience.

Prefer Associate's degree or journeyman certification in a skilled trade.

Must have demonstrated ability to lead the work of others.

A valid NC driver's license is required.

A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Planning, scheduling, organizing, working with and within a work crew, and supervising all assigned direct reports to maintain all aspects of Triad Park.

Purchasing and maintaining adequate levels of materials, supplies, and equipment required to effectively maintain a 400+ acre park.

Conduct performance appraisals and participate in recruitment and selection activities.

Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with various work duties.

Perform any and all related wok as required.