Park Maintenance Manager

City of Maypearl; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Maypearl is seeking a Parks Maintenance Supervisor to directly supervise, train, and assist staff in park maintenance, landscape design/installation, turf management, irrigation work, and field preparation. The role includes oversight of athletic fields, playgrounds, and tennis courts, as well as safety and scheduling duties within municipal facilities.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in park maintenance with at least three years in progressive supervisory roles, plus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in park maintenance or related field with 3 years of progressive supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance, turf management, irrigation, and pest management.
• Ability to supervise staff, coordinate maintenance schedules, and ensure safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervise, train, and assist staff in park maintenance functions.
• Oversee landscape design/installation and turf management.
• Coordinate irrigation installation/repair, chemical applications, and maintenance of facilities and playgrounds.
• Perform administrative duties and assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Park maintenance

Supervisory experience

Irrigation

Landscape installation

Turf management

Safety practices

Job description

The purpose of this position is to directly supervise, train, and assist assigned subordinates in a variety of job functions including landscape design/implementation and maintenance, turf management, special event assistance, athletic field maintenance, irrigation installation and repair, chemical applications, playground and tennis court maintenance, litter control, park facility maintenance and mowing operations. Performs administrative duties consistent with the goals of the department and the City and any assigned duties and/or special projects.

Education and Experience:

Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained through work experience or some combination of some college and work experience.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in park maintenance or related field with 3 years of progressive supervisory experience is required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Principles and practices of park and landscape maintenance, including landscape installation, mowing, turf management, athletic field preparation, litter control, and maintenance of park facilities, playgrounds, and tennis courts.
• Plant selection and care, irrigation installation and repair, pest identification and management, and safe chemical selection, application, handling, and storage for maintaining healthy landscapes and turf.
• Safe work practices for outdoor maintenance, equipment operation, chemical applications, and playground inspections, including hazard identification, accident documentation, and corrective action.
• Methods for supervising maintenance crews, including work assignments, employee training, performance evaluation, attendance reporting, and application of City personnel policies.
• Maintenance and project scheduling, equipment care, inventory control, and City purchasing procedures for obtaining chemicals, equipment, plant materials, and other supplies and preparing quotes and bids.

Skills

• Planning and scheduling daily, seasonal, and project work; assigning crews and equipment; and adjusting assignments to meet maintenance needs, special event demands, and changing conditions.
• Training and coaching employees in maintenance techniques and safe work practices, monitoring work quality and productivity, and providing clear performance feedback.
• Assessing turf, landscape, irrigation, and athletic field conditions; identifying maintenance problems; and recommending practical corrective measures.
• Using standard office software and applicable City systems to maintain attendance and purchasing records, track supplies and project costs, and prepare project reports and written correspondence.
• Calculating material quantities, chemical application rates, labor and equipment needs, and cost estimates to support safe applications, purchasing, and project planning.
• Communicating maintenance needs, schedules, and recommendations clearly to residents, sports league officials, City staff, vendors, contractors, and volunteers; resolving service concerns professionally.

Abilities

• Supervise and assist staff across assigned park maintenance functions, apply established procedures and policies, and exercise sound judgment when prioritizing work and addressing operational problems.
• Inspect parks, playgrounds, facilities, and equipment; recognize unsafe conditions or maintenance deficiencies; document findings; and arrange timely corrective action.
• Read and interpret landscape and irrigation plans, construction documents, equipment instructions, and chemical labels to guide maintenance work and review major construction projects for operational and maintenance needs.
• Coordinate maintenance projects, contractor and vendor activities, volunteer assignments, and staff support for special events to meet schedules, quality standards, and customer needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance, project, purchasing, and incident records; investigate and document accidents, graffiti, and vandalism; and communicate findings and follow-up needs.
• Monitor equipment condition and supply availability, anticipate replacement or replenishment needs, and use staff time, materials, and equipment efficiently.

Special Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed. Requires mobility within a field environment and subject to "stand by" duty.
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Valid class C driver's license is required at the time of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment.
• Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide License is preferred or must be able to obtain within six (6) of employment
• One of the following certifications must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment:
  • Irrigation License
  • Texas Certified Nursery Professional (TCNP)
  • Certified Professional Turf Grass Manager (CPTM)
  • NRPA Playground Safety Inspector Certification