Maintenance Superintendent

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents maybe requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Performs manual labor and skilled work in the landscaping and maintenance of Parks and Recreation including, but not limited to athletic fields, boat landings, planted areas, right-of-ways, trails and other grounds. Also develops work schedules, directs, and oversees employees. Assists in planning and support of special events.    
Work involves the exercise of initiative, sound judgment, and discretion in the performance of duties, assignments are in the form of general outline or desired results, with methods and routines expected to be developed and implemented as appropriate.  Also involves using a variety of procedures, power and hand equipment, and/or supplies to maintain properties and vehicles including, but not limited to, tractors, mowers, bobcats, aerators, and trucks.  Supervises, schedules, and manages area supervisors, multiple crews assigned to work with them and inspects the quality of their work.  Planning, administering and coordinating resources for park maintenance operations county-wide.

• Performs routine seasonal grounds keeping duties, including flower and foliage care and planting, raking or blowing leaves, mowing grass, mulching and removing weeds.
• Prioritizes assignments in order to meet objectives effectively, efficiently and to ensure deadlines are met.
• Plants annuals and shrubbery in flower beds, trims, and shapes shrubs and trees as directed.
• Performs the application of fertilizer, pesticide, herbicide and other chemical applications.  Loads and mixes chemicals, operates application equipment such as tank sprayer, back pack pump, and hand spreader, and posts notices warning of application.  Records and maintains application records.
• Waters plants and trees etc. as directed.
• Maintains grounds by inspecting, painting, cleaning, repairing or replacing equipment, installing and repairing fences, signs, tables, ball fields and other fixtures and structures at park and recreation facilities.
• Trim and edges around walks, flower beds, fences, etc. as directed.
• Practices continuous learning through individual study, classroom training, seminars and conferences.
• May be required to report to work to serve customers during emergency conditions.  May be assigned to report at a different time and location to perform different duties as necessary.
• Perform work safely in accordance with department safety procedures and the County Safety Program.  Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to Supervisor.
• May be required to work after normal hours as necessary to meet deadlines or due to unexpected situations requiring immediate response.
• Clean restrooms, pick up litter, dispose of trash, sweep or blow debris.
• Paint structures as directed.
• Inspects equipment and facilities, conducts preventative maintenance, services equipment and ensures safety.
• Supervises community work groups or volunteers as directed.
• Operates tractors, mowers, trucks, cars transport equipment, weed eater, edger, leaf blower and a variety of power tools.
• Loads and unloads supplies, furniture, office equipment, and materials for Parks & Rec. functions.
• Maintains equipment such as sharpening tools, weed eaters, cutters, edging tools, blades and shears.  Makes minor repairs to equipment.
• Makes minor repairs to irrigation system including changing sprinkler heads.
• Properly preparing athletic fields for play including dragging fields, chalking, painting, setting bases, anchoring goals, and other functions as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Required to work non-traditional hours after or before 9:00 a.m.-5:00p.m. including weekends.
• Provide friendly, timely and responsive customer service.
• Supervises, directs, coordinate and assigns work for staff assigned to them.
• Perform light maintenance or custodial duties such trash pick-up, sweep floor, wipe counters off etc.
• Performs inspections of work to crews assigned to them.

• This position must maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.  
• Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.  
• Maintain high quality communication and interaction with all County departments and divisions, co-workers and the public

Certifications required or obtained within:

• SC Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator - 6 Months

• Certified Playground Safety Inspector - 6 Months

• Certified Sports Field Management Association - Level 1 & 2 with in 1 year