Park Maintenance Manager

City of Farmers Branch; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Farmers Branch is seeking a Parks Maintenance Supervisor to directly supervise, train, and assist staff in landscape maintenance, turf management, irrigation work, playground and tennis court upkeep, and related park operations. The role includes administrative duties and coordinating with residents, vendors, and contractors to deliver quality park services.

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years in park maintenance with 3 years of progressive supervisory experience, and must hold a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in park maintenance or related field with 3 years of progressive supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assigned subordinates in all areas of park and landscape maintenance.
• Performs administrative/management duties consistent with department goals.
• Maintains attendance records and reporting.
• Prepares project reports.
• Investigates and documents accidents, graffiti, and vandalism.
• Ensures chemicals, equipment, and products are ordered and available.
• Prepares quotes and bids.
• Develops project and maintenance schedules.
• Administers safety training for Parks Division.
• Provides staff support for events and projects and ensures customer service.
• Matches with residents, vendors, contractors to ensure grounds maintenance meets needs.
• Coordinates volunteer groups for city tasks.
• Manages projects and other duties as assigned.
• Performs playground safety inspections.
• Reviews plans for major construction.
• Ensures timely ordering of chemicals and materials.

Skills

Planning & Scheduling

Supervisory Experience

Training & Coaching

Turf & Landscape Knowledge

Irrigation & Pest Management

Communication

Job description

Target Hiring Range: $83,308.44 - $92,564.93

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. The essential duties and responsibilities listed below are an overview of the key duties of this position and is not a definitive listing of duties enacted by any single incumbent. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supervises assigned subordinates in all areas of park and landscape maintenance.
• Performs administrative/management duties consistent with the goals of the department and the City.
• Maintains daily and semi-monthly attendance records and reporting.
• Prepares project reports.
• Investigates and documents accidents, graffiti, and vandalism.
• Ensures supply of chemicals, equipment, and products are ordered and/or available for use.
• Prepares quotes and bids.
• Develops project and maintenance schedules.
• Administers and/or coordinates monthly safety training for the Parks Division
• Provides staff support for special events and projects and ensures delivery of quality customer service.
• Serves as liaison with residents, City staff, vendors, and contractors to ensure maintenance and services of grounds are meeting customer needs and expectations, which includes but is not limited to fielding calls and answering emails. This includes meeting with residents and sports league officials to discuss, assess, diagnose, and/or provide professional recommendations regarding turf grass and landscape issues, chemical applications, athletic field concerns, and pest management.
• Coordinates and facilitates volunteer groups to perform meaningful tasks for the City and all other park-related issues.
• Manages projects and all other administrative duties as assigned.
• Performs playground safety inspections
• Reviews plans and documents for major construction projects.
• Ensures the timely ordering and availability of chemicals, equipment, products, and divisional plant materials, while ensuring all divisional equipment is properly maintained and safe for staff use

Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained through work experience orsome combination ofsome 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

• 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

Work Environment

Moderate exposure to various disagreeable elements. Include continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to weather conditions, noise and dust. Physical demands require continuous effort in working with moderately heavy materials.