About the Department

Hiring range: $67,027.26 to $75,405.52

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Under general direction, supervises, coordinates and schedules the work of crews involved in all aspects of park maintenance and repair; performs related duties as assigned.

Position Duties

Creates mowing schedules for a variety of properties, including public building grounds, athletic fields, neighborhood parks, linear, community and special use parks.
Develops and implements turf establishment and development programs, including seeding, sodding, aerification, irrigation, fertilization, and chemical treatments.
Directs the installation and care of various plant materials, ground covers, annual and perennial floral displays, shrubbery, and trees.
Creates and implements a broad-spectrum program of preventive and curative chemical treatments for turf and various plant materials, emphasizing environmental responsibility and safety.
Develops and implements non-growing season projects for overall improvements, including landscape construction, renovations, grading, irrigation installation, tree planting and pruning.
Leads the grounds preparations and special setups required for events ranging from homeowners’ association picnics to major attractions drawing large crowds.
Directs and supervises work goals; establishes appropriate performance goals for district employees; provides periodic assessments of performance levels; recommends corrective and/or disciplinary actions.
Develops and implements appropriate irrigation rates and schedules for various types of properties utilizing a wide array of irrigation system components.
Oversees the work of irrigation repair, programming, and some installation.
Investigates and provides appropriate responses to citizen inquiries, requests, and complaints.
Investigates job related accidents, injuries, property damage and incidents of vandalism; implements incident reports and damage estimates of loss.
Assists in development of parks maintenance budget and direct expenditures throughout the budget year; procures appropriate equipment and supplies, using City-wide processes and within policy and budget guidelines; maintains purchase and use records.
Manages payroll approval for assigned staff
Directs the daily use and appropriate maintenance of all district equipment, ranging from hand tools to large area mowers and various vehicles; provides assessments of equipment effectiveness and recommendations for new purchases.
Schedules clean up and sanitation for various properties, including regular litter removal, restroom cleaning and stocking, and hardscape and furnishings cleanup.
Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
Maintains transparent and collaborative communication with the Parks Superintendent in all functions listed.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and five years of experience in parks maintenance, including athletic fields or golf course maintenance, landscaping or irrigation, or a closely related field, and at least one (1) year as a supervisor or a lead person required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge of irrigation system maintenance, repair, and central control programming with Baseline experience a plus, chemical applications, horticulture, turf management, and disease control; comprehensive knowledge of athletic field operation; good knowledge of recreation and maintenance practices, experience in assigning and supervising the work of others; experience in preparing records and reports; good interpersonal skills; work effectively and courteously with other City employees and the public. Ability to train, supervise and evaluate all staff.

Other Qualifications

Valid driver’s license required, Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee pursuant to city policy.

Irrigation License preferred, Ability to obtain Pesticide License from Texas Department of Agriculture or Certified Playground Inspector within one year of employment.

Works both indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures including heat, cold, temperature swings, and inclement weather; some exposure to dust, odor, electrical, mechanical, and toxic hazards that are routinely encountered in utility operations.

Lifts and carries up to 80 lbs., pulls, pushes or drags up to 100 lbs.; sits, stands, stoops or twists for extended periods of time while supervising utility operations.

Benefits

The City of Rowlett is proud to support a healthy work/life balance by offering a 4-day work week, with standard business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on departmental schedules.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave, along with medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.

To support our employees’ long-term financial goals, the City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a generous 2:1 match.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our Benefits Page.

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a current Texas driver's license? (Your driving record will be considered to the extent that you will drive a City vehicle or conduct City business in your personal vehicle).

If you do not currently have a valid Texas driver's license, are you able to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

Please select your highest level of education:

High School Diploma or GED
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree or higher

Please select your level of experience related to parks maintenance, athletic field or golf course maintenance, landscaping, or irrigation.

Less than one year
1-2 years
3-4 years
5 years or more

Describe your experience with irrigation systems, athletic fields, playgrounds, landscape maintenance, equipment maintenance, and tree maintenance.

What experience do you have managing contracted services or vendors?

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience as a lead person or supervisor?

How do you track productivity and ensure crews are working efficiently?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: City of Rowlett
Address: 4002 Main Street

Rowlett, Texas, 75088
Website: http://www.rowlett.com

Parks Supervisor