Lead Park Maintenance Foreman

Bernalillo County; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Leave accruals

Education assistance

Flexible work options

Job summary

Bernalillo County is seeking a Park Area Foreman to lead park maintenance across county facilities. You will supervise crews, schedule work, and coordinate projects with community groups and events.

The role requires strong knowledge of irrigation, equipment operation and safety practices. Requires an associate degree, 5 years of groundskeeping/maintenance experience with 2 years supervising staff, and relevant licenses.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field; five years of groundskeeping or facility maintenance experience with supervisory experience.
• Journeyman sprinkler license or equivalent; ability to obtain Public Applicators Licenses within six months.
• Knowledge of park maintenance practices, tools and safety regulations; ability to supervise crews.

Responsibilities

• Supervise park maintenance crews and schedule maintenance and development activities.
• Train staff in equipment use and chemical handling; evaluate performance and enforce safety.
• Plan budgets, monitor expenditures, and prepare monthly reports.
• Coordinate usage of parks with groups and events; ensure OSHA compliance.
• Assist in scheduling, hiring, and directing work activities.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Supervisory

Lawn & landscape care

Equipment operation

English communication

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Sprinkler license

Public Applicators License

Backflow Prevention certification

Job description

Bernalillo County is seeking a Park Area Foreman to lead park maintenance across county facilities. You will supervise crews, schedule work, and coordinate projects with community groups and events.

The role requires strong knowledge of irrigation, equipment operation and safety practices. Requires an associate degree, 5 years of groundskeeping/maintenance experience with 2 years supervising staff, and relevant licenses.