PARKS SERVICES SUPERVISOR

Job Summary:

The Park Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair activities of the City of Greenville’s parks, splash pads, right-of-ways, and cemeteries. This role supervises maintenance staff, coordinates projects with contractors, ensures safety and cleanliness standards, and facilitates training programs to enhance team capabilities and service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in park maintenance, landscaping, irrigation, equipment operations, and supervisory roles.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Texas Driver’s License required. Must possess or obtain within six (6) months of hire: TDA Applicator License, Vector Control Certification, and Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervises and schedules staff for park maintenance operations, including mowing, splash pad maintenance, and repairs.
• Conducts regular inspections of park grounds, cemeteries, and recreational facilities to identify maintenance needs and ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinates with contractors on construction projects, renovations, and park improvements.
• Develops and delivers training programs to enhance staff skills and performance.
• Manages inventory and maintenance of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Assists with planning and staffing for community events held in City parks.
• Operates and maintains a variety of vehicles and equipment such as tractors, dump trucks, mowers, and hand tools.
• Receives, reviews, and processes records and reports such as maintenance logs, timecards, and equipment inspections.
• Maintains communication with other departments, volunteers, and the public to coordinate services and resolve issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Turf management, playground safety standards, and TDA regulations.
• Safe operation and maintenance of commercial lawn equipment and tools.
• Park and facility maintenance methods including basic plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs.
• Inventory control, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• City policies and procedures.

Skills in:

• Supervising, training, and evaluating staff.
• Operating and maintaining landscaping equipment and power tools.
• Planning and organizing maintenance schedules and project coordination.
• Interpreting technical documents, maintenance reports, and blueprints.
• Identifying and addressing safety hazards or facility issues.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: Work is primarily performed outdoors in parks, cemeteries, and rights-of-way with exposure to extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and wind. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, and lifting are required. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Occasional stair and ladder climbing required. Coordination of eye, hand, and foot movement is necessary for vehicle and equipment operation. Work may include exposure to noise, chemicals, and moving mechanical parts.