Under general direction, the purpose of this position is to lead and supervise the work of crews that are engaged in the preparation & maintenance of athletic and ball field facilities. This is accomplished by leading personnel, prioritizing work, and completing assigned tasks. Other duties include maintaining equipment. Scheduled for on-call rotation in response to emergencies.
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.
This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion.
- Leads and supervises the work of personnel by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies.
- Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring the project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and providing problem solutions as needed.
- Lead daily operations activities such as mowing operations, field grooming, field striping, field dragging, mound/home plate preparation, weed control, fertilizing, and aerating.
- Perform other general upkeep tasks to sports facilities, such as litter control, pressure washing, cleaning, and maintenance of restrooms, etc.
- Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories.
- Maintains equipment by inspecting equipment for damage and performing routine maintenance.
- All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within the department/division.
- Regular and dependable attendance is required.
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
- Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent.
- Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in similar related work to the division assigned, including experience in the operation of parks or ballfields maintenance equipment.
- Licenses: Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment, a Valid Texas Class A Driver's License.
- Certifications Required:
- For assignment in Parks-Horticulture: Pesticide Applicators License of Certified Playground Safety Inspection Certificate or the ability to obtain one within twelve months of employment.
