ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SEASONAL MAINTENANCE

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SEASONAL MAINTENANCE
(PARKS STEWARD PROGRAM)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS
CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for an Assistant Director of Seasonal Maintenance for the Parks Department in the Department of Public Works & Parks. Under the direction of the Seasonal Maintenance Director, this position is responsible for supervising, planning, and implementing comprehensive park maintenance for the community. Work involves assisting the Director with supervision and leadership of seasonal park maintenance staff. Work is performed in accordance with standard park maintenance practices and procedures.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

• Oversee the activities of seasonal crew supervisors and maintenance workers to ensure assigned work details are being performed and safety protocols are followed
• Perform general landscaping duties and removal of trash from assigned areas
• Ability to work independently and supervise small groups of people
• Complete weekly time sheets, work details, and record keeping
• Operate small machine equipment (lawn mowers, trimmers, & leaf blowers)
• Instruct seasonal crew supervisors and maintenance workers in proper operation of equipment
• Ability to work in accordance with City of Worcester standard park/cemetery maintenance practices & procedures
• Respond appropriately to situations requiring first-aid
• Perform manual tasks requiring some physical exertion

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to interact with patrons and the general public in a proper and professional manner
• Ability to Respond to emergency situations
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring physical exertion
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Work in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to work within wooded areas, on trails and in minimally accessible areas
• Ability to work up to thirty-five (35) hours per week

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role with general maintenance or landscaping projects
• One (1) year of experience in custodial work
• Basic administrative abilities
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass CORI/SORI

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in a related field or
• Two (2) years of experience in general maintenance and/or landscaping
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory role with general maintenance or landscaping projects
• Experience working with hand- held radios and operating communication systems
• Demonstrated basic administrative abilities to write reports and ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Certification in First Aid and CPR/AED

SALARY: $18.00 hourly, part-time, non-benefitted

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.