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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks Maintenance III LeadJEFFERSON COUNTY Job Description Job Title: Parks Maintenance III Lead Department: Public Works Division: Parks and Recreation Reports to: Parks & Recreation Manager FLSA Exempt: NO Union: Teamsters HIPAA: Level 4 BBP: YES Salary Level: A6-C + Lead Pay Location: County Parks and Facilities Approved by: Human Resource Manager Approval date: April 2021 SUMMARY: Oversees the maintenance of all County parks, campgrounds, and facilities grounds to ensure adequate customer service and safety for users by performing the following duties. Receives general supervision and direction from Parks & Recreation Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Coordinates maintenance activities of lower level Parks Maintenance staff, camp hosts, caretakers and volunteers, including scheduling and executing planned maintenance at County facilities, campgrounds and parks. Manages minor park maintenance, development and/or improvement projects. Prioritizes activities and coordinates materials, staffing and equipment. Participates in short and long range planning with higher level Parks & Recreation and Public Works staff and the Parks Advisory Board. Assists in the development of standards for County facilities and parks maintenance. Prepares cost estimates and budgets on projects or assignments as requested. Monitors expenditures to ensure they are within the annual budget. Accountable for specific project steps. Participates in team process to assist in developing the division budget for the Department. Schedules safety training for staff. Park Maintenance III Performs repairs and maintenance activities in County parks and campgrounds on amenities, property and facilities. Performs maintenance on the grounds of various County facilities including roads, trails, buildings and athletic fields. Inspects and evaluates playgrounds and playground safety conditions, ensures playground maintenance Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance III Lead Page 2 of 6 and repair, maintains documentation. Operates athletic field maintenance equipment, mowers, striping machine, weed eaters, chainsaw, tractor, loader and other small tools and equipment and hand tools. Performs grounds maintenance duties such as watering lawns, mowing, weeding, raking, sweeping, clearing brush, picking up trash, pruning and landscape tasks. Performs tasks involving athletic field maintenance and preparation such as lining and marking fields, placing barrier ropes, moving bleachers, top dressing, mowing, fertilizing, repairing and troubleshooting irrigation systems, putting in bases, setting up soccer goals, football goal posts and all other equipment necessary for field participants. Performs maintenance tasks such as painting, light carpentry, repairing playgrounds, mending fences, and installing park furniture. Performs general custodial work of cleaning bathrooms and outhouses, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning trash containers and other duties associated with cleanliness of facilities. Opens, monitors and closes facilities and campgrounds practicing safety and security measures as assigned. Collects campground fees. Inspects and evaluates work areas, identifies needs, develops plan and implements the work. Prioritizes schedule, budget and duties to best complete the assigned tasks. Provides information, guidance and support to various customers including park users, athletic field users, coaches, volunteers, campground visitors, and facility event organizers for example. Trains, plans, assigns and directs activities of casual labor, camp hosts, caretakers and seasonal workers as well as Community Service workers as assigned. Participates in self -directed team process to set work level expectations, goals and objectives. Participates in annual training program and annual performance evaluation process. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities, but is a "lead" position in the division of assignment. Lead responsibilities include assisting the Department Head and/or Supervisor with interviewing, training, planning, assigning and directing work. Lead positions also provide input for performance appraisals and assist in addressing complaints and resolving problems. COMPETENCY: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate competency in the following: Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments. Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance III Lead Page 3 of 6 Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment -free environment. Safety and Security — Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Ada �t�lit �- Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. .Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision -making process; Makes timely decisions. Problem Solvin , — Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. ntcrat�aal Skills — Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to other's ideas and tries new things. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. C'usto finer Service —; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Technical Skills — Uses a variety of computer software applications to complete duties; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Share expertise with others. ,dytL al -Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. 1)Ian ning/O anizin - Assigns priority and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans. Cost. Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources. Ethics — Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Sup�c� ai•t - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. uantit — Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Oral Cap imunication - Listens and gets clarification; Participates in meetings; Communicates with a variety of internal team members, customers and members of the public. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information. ttcndance/'unctualit - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. llaeadabilit - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Teamwork — Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance III Lead Page 4 of 6 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with six (6) years as a Parks Maintenance Worker I, II, III position; or eight (8) years related experience and/or training in parks and/or facilities maintenance in positions with progressive responsibility, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of database software; internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Current, valid Washington State Driver's License. Possession of, or ability to obtain a basic First Aid Card and CPR Certification. Possession of, or ability to obtain a WSDL Playground Inspector certification within six months of hire. Successfully complete Jefferson County Cash Handler training within one year of hire. OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skilled with the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, equipment and techniques commonly used in performing maintenance related tasks. Ability to stay abreast of current trends, issues, practices, etc., in the parks maintenance field including Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance III Lead Page 5 of 6 development of new equipment and practices that improve the operations. Independent and self -motivated to complete required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks. Ability to successfully complete various required training classes and obtain certificates necessary for functional skills performance, maintenance and improvement. Knowledge of facilities electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, custodial functions and carpentry. Knowledge of athletic field maintenance and repair. Knowledge of irrigation practices, irrigation system repair, and monitoring. Knowledge of landscape maintenance, techniques, methods, and equipment needed in performance of duties. Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, relate to various personality styles in a calm, professional manner. Working knowledge of county policies, procedures and safety practices as it relates to duties.. Good physical condition and the ability to work in a variety of weather conditions. Familiarity with tools, instruments, equipment and techniques commonly used in the performance of field maintenance, landscaping and irrigation. Effective collaborative skills for working with internal and external customers in respect to organizational requirements. Ability to work on Saturday and/or Sunday. Ability to train and provide guidance to parks Maintenance I, II and III level employees and volunteers. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance III Lead Page 6 of 6 WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. CAREER LADDER/SKILL BAND This position is in the Parks Maintenance Skill Band.