Park Maintenance - Mow Crew Lead (Full Time)

Fargo Parks; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fargo Parks is seeking a Park Maintenance - Mow Crew Lead to supervise summer mowing crews and oversee year‑round grounds maintenance in public parks across Fargo. The role includes training seasonal staff, coordinating routes, and ensuring safe, high‑quality upkeep of landscapes and facilities.

During the year, responsibilities expand to general park maintenance, repairs, snow removal, and supporting park improvement projects and events.

Qualifications

• Experience in facility and grounds maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily work of the mowing crew during the summer season.
• Operate and train staff on the safe use of mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and related grounds maintenance equipment.
• Perform mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, and cleanup in parks, athletic fields, trails, medians, open spaces, and other public areas.
• Inspect park grounds and equipment to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns and repair priorities.
• Support year‑round park maintenance including litter removal, restroom upkeep, painting, minor carpentry/plumbing, and repairs to park amenities.
• Assist with athletic field prep, playground inspections, irrigation checks, landscaping, and seasonal planting.
• Provide maintenance support for park programs, tournaments, and events.

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Park Maintenance - Mow Crew Lead performs work to maintain park grounds, facilities, and amenities throughout the year. During the summer season, this role leads the mowing crew by assigning daily work, monitoring quality and safety, training seasonal staff, and operating mowing equipment as needed. During the remainder of the year, the position focuses on general park maintenance, including groundskeeping, facility upkeep, repairs, seasonal changeovers, snow removal and support for park improvement projects and special events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Summer mowing crew leadership: Lead and coordinate the daily work of the mowing crew during the summer season, including assigning routes, setting expectations, monitoring work quality, and reinforcing safe work practices.
• Operate and train staff on the safe use of mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, utility vehicles, and related grounds maintenance equipment.
• Perform mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, and cleanup in parks, athletic fields, trails, medians, open spaces, and other public areas.
• Inspect park grounds and equipment regularly to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and repair priorities.
• Perform year-round general park maintenance, including litter and debris removal, restroom and shelter upkeep, painting, minor carpentry, minor plumbing, and basic repairs to park amenities.
• Assist with athletic field preparation, playground inspections, irrigation checks, landscaping, tree and shrub care, and seasonal planting as assigned.
• Support seasonal operations such as spring cleanup, fall leaf removal, winterization, snow removal, and ice control as needed.
• Set up, tear down, and provide maintenance support for park programs, tournaments, community events, and special projects.
• Complete routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of tools, vehicles, and equipment; report mechanical issues and damaged property promptly.
• Maintain accurate records related to work completed, equipment inspections, supplies used, and identified hazards or repairs needed.
• Respond professionally to public questions and concerns and help ensure parks remain safe, clean, attractive, and welcoming.
• Follow all department policies, operating procedures, and applicable safety regulations; perform other duties as assigned.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Evaluation of this position may also be based on performance of the following other functions, which include, but are not limited to:

• Keeps direct supervisor promptly informed of key/significant issues or concerns.
• Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area for oneself, co-workers and public. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action as capable and promptly notifying supervisory personnel.
• Performs related duties as assigned or apparent.
• Respond to comments from the public and provide information regarding park cleanliness and related park maintenance items.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in facility and grounds maintenance preferred

CREDENTIALS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.