Working Supervisor - Groundskeeper

Broad Function

The work involves responsibility for superv1smg and participating in tasks relating to construction, maintenance and repair of highways, roads, bridges and related structures, tasks relating to municipal buildings and grounds maintenance and repair. or tasks relating to facilities maintenance, including recreation areas. The incumbent acts as a work leader over an assigned work crew. This class differs from that of higher-level positions by virtue of the nature and extent of the supervision exercised. A Working Supervisor oversees the details of assigned work projects, supervises assigned crews as the particular occasion demands and actively participates in work projects, performing both skilled and unskilled work in one or more of the construction, building or grounds trades. The work is performed under general supervision of a higher level supervisor with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. This is a broad class which includes positions in many fields of work. Performs related work as required.

Major Responsibilities

• Leads and participates in the construction of gravel, macadam, asphalt or concrete roads;
• Leads and participates in evacuation, drainage and embankment projects;
• Leads and participates in the preparation of ditches, culverts, basins and miscellaneous work; Leads and participates in the cutting of brush, trimming of trees, and setting of guide posts;
• Leads and participates in snow removal and ice control activities;
• Leads and participates in the painting, repair and routine maintenance of all equipment;
• Leads and participates in skilled and unskilled building, cleaning, maintenance and repair tasks;
• Leads and participates in facilities, grounds, and/or fields maintenance;
• Leads and participates in equipment operation, maintenance, repair and safety training programs;
• Consults with higher level supervisor regarding the scope, scheduling and progress of the work assigned;
• Observes the work performed and inspects its final completion to ensure safety, effectiveness and efficiency
• Ensures that the crew is equipped with the appropriate tools, materials and equipment;
• Creates and maintains basic records and reports relative to the work performed;
• Operates motor equipment, tools and equipment related to the work assigned;
• May perform manual labor activities relating to the assigned work;
• May maintain time records and other records;
• May oversee the servicing of assigned motor vehicles;
• May maintain inventory records and the pricing of supplies, materials and equipment as directed;
• May communicate with municipal officials and the public, as needed, relating to facility issue.

Required Skills

Ability to supervise the work of others engaged in routine tasks; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; ability to get along well with others; ability to keep records and make reports; dependability; physical endurance; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Educational Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two(2) years of experience in construction, public works, buildings maintenance, grounds maintenance or related activities;

• Four(4) years of paid experience as defined in(a)above.