Maintenance Supervisor

City of Newark, California; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement

General Leave

Holidays

Educational Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Wellness

Health & Fitness

Job summary

City of Newark, California is seeking a Landscape and Parks Maintenance Supervisor to lead citywide landscape, parks, and urban forestry operations. The role includes supervising planting, pruning, irrigation, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, turf, and playgrounds, coordinating service contracts, and acting as City Arborist.

The ideal candidate will have ISA Arborist certification, a QAL, and at least four years of progressively responsible maintenance experience, with two years in a lead role.

Qualifications

• Must have lead responsibility or higher level public works maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate landscape, parks, and urban forestry maintenance operations.
• Administer related service contracts and maintenance districts.
• Supervise planting, pruning, mowing, and care of shrubs, flowers, turf, and trees.
• Oversee tree permit process and Urban Forest Management Plan coordination.
• Ensure safe application of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.

Skills

leadership experience

project management

communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ISA Arborist certification

Qualified Applicator License (QAL)

Job description

Landscape and Parks Maintenance Supervisor

Plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate landscape, parks, and urban forestry maintenance operations, including the citywide installation, repair, and maintenance of landscaped areas, irrigation, plumbing, parks, trees, playground equipment, athletic fields, and medians; administer related service contracts and service Landscape Maintenance Districts; supervise and monitor the planting, cultivation, pruning, mowing, care, and treatment of shrubs, flowers, groundcover, turf, and trees; assess and make recommendations for street and park tree and landscaping modifications and removals;. manage the tree permit process and evaluate tree removal permit applications, Urban Forest Management Plan and Weed Abatement Program in coordination with Fire Prevention Services; oversee the safe application of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals; carry out assigned Clean Water Permit responsibilities; and perform related duties as assigned. Serve as City Arborist.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in one or more of the following: building and facilities maintenance, fleet and equipment maintenance, landscape and parks maintenance, urban forestry, or streets maintenance. The experience must include two (2) years of lead responsibility or other qualifying higher level public works maintenance experience.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.


• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist certification required


• Possession of Qualified Applicator License (QAL) required within six (6) months of appointment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Lead the team that keeps Newark's 15 parks, sport play facilities, and citywide landscaped spaces safe, healthy, and ready for the community to enjoy. The ideal candidate is a confident, hands-on experienced leader with proven experience in landscape and parks maintenance. You know how to establish clear maintenance procedures, create maintenance schedules, and put effective processes in place that support consistent, high-quality work. You provide training, reinforce safe work practices, and guide the care of parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, landscaped areas, irrigation systems, and trees while also serving as City Arborist and coordinating key projects and service contracts.

The ideal candidate will exemplify the City’s PRIDE values-Personal Service, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Diversity, and Engagement

They will deliver outstanding Personal Service in a courteous and professional manner. Their Resourcefulness will be evident in their ability to manage complex projects. With a focus on Innovation, they will drive improvements in project delivery and engineering practices. They will embrace Diversity by fostering inclusivity and respect in all interactions with staff, contractors, and the community. Through active Engagement, they will build strong partnerships, mentor team members, and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

SALARY: $143,228.80 - $174,075.20 per year

The City offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance:The City contributes the following amounts to employee health and welfare benefits:


• Employee only: $1,026


• Employee + 1 dependent: $2,049

If employee declines all medical insurance with the City, employee may receive up to $450 cash in lieu per month. If employee participates in the cafeteria plan, but does not utilize the full benefit, employee will receive up to $450 "cash-back" per month. Any cash back will be paid to the employee in taxable compensation. Proof of medical insurance is required.

• Retirement: CalPERS 2.5% @ 55 for Classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for New PEPRA members. The City does not participate in Social Security. The City participates in Medicare.


• General Leave: 184 to 264 hours of general leave accrual each year, depending on length of service. Up to 80 hours of general leave may be converted to pay per fiscal year.


• Management Leave: Up to 56 hours per fiscal year.


• Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year.


• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation.


• Life Insurance: City-paid $50,000 policy.


• Educational Reimbursement:Up to $10,000 lifetime benefit


• Long-term and Short-term Disability: Voluntary participation.


• Wellness: On-site bicycle lockers, and employee wellness activities such as workshops, fitness challenges, and informal meetings.


• Health & Fitness: Employees and eligible family members have free use of the gym, exercise equipment and aquatic facilities at the Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center, as well as resident rates for classes and rentals

We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at calopps@newarkca,gov for accommodation requests.

The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.

The City of Newark is a Certified Age Friendly Employer recognized by the Age Friendly Institute.