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gainesville, GA

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Job description

Job Title

Parks and Public Works Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

This position is designated as safety-sensitive. As such, a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening are mandatory. The incumbent will also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the duration of employment. When Assigned to Park and Recreation Supervises detail of 4-6 inmates assigned by Correctional Institute to perform park maintenance duties to include: mowing/trimming grass with power equipment, landscape installation and care, moving/unloading furniture and/or materials, litter control, cleaning/preparation of facilities and amenities, janitorial duties, painting, carpentry, plumbing tasks. Maintains control of inmates assigned to Detail under Correctional Institute Policies and Procedures and insures the safety and security of the public. Performs other related duties as required. Note: When inmates are not available for assignment, employee will perform Parks maintenance duties as assigned by Supervisors. When Assigned to Public Works Supervises detail of 2-10 inmates assigned by Correctional Institute to perform right of way, and facilities maintenance duties throughout the City of Gainesville. Required duties include: litter control, mowing/trimming grass with power equipment, trimming trees and other vegetation, spraying of herbicide, moving/unloading materials, general facility maintenance, and other duties as assigned. Maintains control of inmates assigned to Detail under Correctional Institute Policies and Procedures and insures the safety and security of the public. Performs other related duties as required. Note: When inmates are not available for assignment, employee will perform Public Works department maintenance duties as assigned by supervisors.

Job Duties

When Assigned to Park and Recreation Oversees Inmate Detail engaged in the daily maintenance of Park grounds to include mowing, edging, trimming trees and hedges, maintaining landscape beds, painting signs and buildings, picking up trash, cleaning restrooms and pavilions and general maintenance of facilities. Oversees Inmate Detail assisting Division employees engaged in the daily maintenance of Recreation facilities to include: mowing ball fields, cleaning tennis courts, dragging and lining ball fields, painting the football field, setting up for baseball, softball or football events according to league rules and regulations, repairing playground equipment, cleaning dugouts and bleachers, setting tables and chairs for events, picking up trash and cleaning and replenishing restrooms. Inventories all supplies and equipment assigned to Inmate Detail including restroom and grounds maintenance supplies to insure adequate supplies are available for use. Insures storage facilities in assigned area are clean and that all assigned equipment is properly maintained. Operates tractor, dump truck, various mowers, ground maintenance equipment, light and medium construction equipment and various hand operated power equipment. Performs general maintenance, carpentry, plumbing and electrical work Oversees Inmate Detail in the construction and development of park grounds and facilities; hauls dirt, clears trees and brush, builds wooden bridges and park equipment, erects and repairs chain- link fences, etc. Performs other related duties as required. When Assigned to Public Works Oversees detail of inmates assigned by Correctional Institute to perform right of way, and facilities maintenance duties throughout the City of Gainesville, to include litter control, mowing, edging, trimming trees and various over growth, spraying herbicide, moving materials, general facility maintenance, and other duties as assigned. Inventories all supplies and equipment assigned to Inmate Detail including inmate detail supply room to insure adequate supplies are available for use. Insures storage facilities in assigned area are clean and that all assigned equipment is properly maintained. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D MUST HAVE: BCOT Certification One (1) year previous experience in corrections and/or maintenance. Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above. Licenses and Certifications: POST Certification – Correctional Officer preferred, but required within six (6) months of hire Valid Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). CDL Preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: When Assigned to Park and Recreation Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques and methods of park maintenance and recreation facility requirements. Knowledge of supervisory techniques and the ability to oversee and direct employees. Knowledge of traffic rules and safety precautions. Ability to operate light to medium construction equipment, various mowers and grounds maintenance equipment. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the public and other staff. When Assigned to Public Works Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques and methods of right of way maintenance. Knowledge of supervisory techniques and the ability to oversee and direct employees. Knowledge of traffic rules and safety precautions. Ability to operate light to medium trimming equipment, various mowers and grounds maintenance equipment. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the public and other staff.

Supplemental Information

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.

City Benefits

Paid at 100%

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Clinic & Wellness Center

GMEBS Retirement Plan (select positions)

Life Insurance (up to $75,000)

Paid Holidays (10)

Paid Jury Duty Leave

Paid Military Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Protective Safety Equipment

Short-Term Disability Insurance (After 12 months of employment)

Tuition Reimbursement (After one year of employment)

Uniforms (select positions)

Workers' Compensation

Supplemental Benefits

Accident

Critical Illness

Death and Dismemberment

Deferred Compensation

Dental

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Long-Term Disability

Medical

Plan A Retirement (50% City paid - select positions)

Vision

Voluntary Life Insurance

Other Benefits

Biweekly Paycheck

Credit Union

Direct Deposit

Discount PC Purchase Plan

Employee Recognition Events

Employee Wellness Opportunities

Free Flu Shot

Free Parking

Health and Benefits Fair

Worksite address

gainesville, GA, 30501, US

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