Crew Supervisor - Parks (Roswell Area Park)

Parks Maintenance Supervisor The purpose of this classification is to supervise and lead the activities of a crew performing manual to moderately skilled work in the maintenance, upkeep, installation, and construction of City streets, parks, rights-of-way, facilities, and other infrastructure for departmental operations. Work is physical in nature and employees work along-side subordinate crew members, however employees in this classification are expected to take initiative and responsibility to see that assigned projects and the work load is completed in a quality and timely manner. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals: provides direction, training, and assistance to employees; coordinates daily work activities; organizes and prioritizes workload; makes work assignments and evaluates work; monitors status of work; troubleshoots problem situations. Ensures adherence to established safety procedures: monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations; reports accidents, injuries, and other incidents. Coordinates, prioritizes, and supervises projects: reviews or issues work orders; assists in determining and coordinating necessary equipment, materials, and manpower to conduct projects; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; dispatches crew members, vehicles, or equipment to work sites as needed; reports damage/vandalism, potentially hazardous/dangerous situations, or other problems to supervisor; responds to problems or emergency situations. Drives pick-ups and single-axle trucks with limited volume and/or weight capacities in order to collect, transport and haul materials such as brush, tools, and trash: maneuvers vehicle in and around traffic and work-sites, obeying all traffic laws and safety guidelines; positions vehicle to allow for the most efficient and effective loading and unloading of materials; secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load. Operates light equipment to complete various tasks: operates skid-steers, bobcat, forklifts, and loaders of similar size to load and/or move gravel, dirt, sand, and other materials for smaller projects and amounts; utilizes skid-steer or bobcat to clear land or debris. Performs customer service functions: exchanges information with the public regarding work; logs complaints or problems and refers them to the appropriate personnel. Performs manual work within an assigned department, which may involve grounds maintenance, parks maintenance, street maintenance, sanitation services, building maintenance, or other projects within the assigned department; assists equipment operators, skilled-trade employees, or other workers as needed. Performs various tasks involving roadside and grounds maintenance projects: mows grass; trims and edges along roadways, landscaped areas, driveways, sidewalks, and fence lines; cuts down and prunes tree limbs, hedges, and shrubs; picks up and disposes of tree limbs, brush, and other materials from public areas; spreads seed, mulch, and other grounds materials; tills or aerates dirt/soil; moves dirt and grades land; cuts, lays, or installs sod; applies fertilizer and herbicide; rakes ground materials; blows leaves/debris from walkways or grounds; picks up and disposes of debris/litter from public areas; empties trash containers; digs holes/trenches and shovels materials. Performs various tasks associated with set-up and clean-up of work-sites and facilities: gathers equipment, tools, supplies, and materials needed to conduct work activities; empties trash containers and dumpsters; picks up or removes debris such as tree limbs, brush, pine straw, leaves, grass/yard clippings, and dead animals; rakes, sweeps, shovels, and cleans ground around work areas and picks up remaining materials; and cleans and returns equipment and materials to their proper location. Operates a variety of light equipment, machinery, and power / hand tools associated with department projects, including (but not limited to), a small tractor, commercial mower, edger, trimmer, chipper, chain saw, air compressor, concrete saw, leaf blower, tiller, sod cutter, pick axe, sledgehammer, pitchfork, rake, post hole digger, shovel, broom, hand tools, city issued cell phone, or two-way radio. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment, which may include changing oil, refueling, or refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use. Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, refueling vehicles, performing minor equipment repairs, greasing equipment, sharpening blades, changing tires, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment and initiates requests for new or replacement materials as required. Prepares or completes various forms, evaluations, reports, correspondence, time cards, daily work sheets, or other documents. Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, activity calendars, event sheets, diagrams, blueprints, policies, procedures, regulations, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate. Communicates with supervisor, other departments, employees, community service workers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed. Performs other related duties as required. Directs, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff regarding park maintenance, workplace safety and equipment operation. Inventories and evaluates athletic fields, tennis courts, trails, playgrounds, routine maintenance items, and common areas within a variety of parks settings. Will assist in transporting and operating equipment from maintenance shops to various parks throughout the city for completion of daily tasks, projects, and maintenance. Directs, supervises, and assists in best practices for maintenance of city sports fields and grounds. Determines and makes suggestions to staff regarding appropriate tools and equipment for maintenance of sports fields and grounds. Adjust daily workload according to daily requirements and weather situations. Assists Park Coordinator in staffing and managing special events in assigned parks. Assists Coordinators in weekly crew updates and communication efforts. Works with Coordinator and Crew Leader in developing training for staff. Operates and executes within the city's GIS based work order system. Works with department staff to identify special maintenance needs and to prepare for special events. Helps Coordinator with establishing effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, architects and employees from other departments; provides information, assistance and directions to the general public; interprets Department policies and procedures; discusses City policies, contract requirements, and other project related issues with contractors. Responsible for executing a comprehensive maintenance plan for all active and passive parks within a designated geographic area. Active understanding of best practices in parks management including but not limited to: playgrounds, sports fields and grounds, restroom facilities, tennis courts, equipment operation and trails. Advanced knowledge of common industry standards for park and personnel safety. This position is expected to assist in leading the City of Roswell in developing standards and specifications for multiple types of parks. Ability to communicate with and oversee multiple maintenance crews tasked with maintaining city parks.