Lead Maintenance Specialist - Trails

Hiring Range: $46,184 - $53,183 annually based on qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position.

About the role

Under the supervision of the Trails Supervisor, this position is responsible for accomplishing the various skilled tasks associated with the accepted maintenance practices for all trails, parking lots, public facilities, bridges, and drainage ways. May be required to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and be on snow watch, as well as work shifts deviating from this position's normal work days and/or with other work groups.

Responsibilities

• Assists with hiring, training, directing, and inspecting work performed by part-time staff; assists in providing or coordinating staff training; and assists employees to correct deficiencies.
• Ensures the safety of District trail users and patrons that use District facilities and keeps District liability risk at a minimum by properly maintaining District amenities to established standards.
• Inspects all trails and rights of way, including but not limited to: trail systems, drainage systems, bridge structures, parking lots, shelters, and restroom facilities.
• Maintains all parking lots and trails including sweeping, painting, parking block installation and repair, asphalt pothole repair, snow and ice removal, restroom and shelter cleaning, trash collection, graffiti removal, and other amenities as assigned.
• Controls weeds by applying herbicides to trail systems, rights of way, parking lots, and other related areas.
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of documentation involving standard operating procedures in order to maintain inventory and appropriate maintenance of District amenities as assigned.
• Completes personal timecards, daily activity reports, and records maintenance activities as assigned.
• Operates and maintains clean care for assigned tools, communication devices, division and shared equipment, motorized vehicles, and hand tools to ensure safe acceptable condition at all times.
• Assists with the estimation, bidding, and purchasing of materials, supplies, and services, including maintaining professional relationships and working with vendors to ensure proper delivery and quality of material.
• Responds tactfully, respectfully, and in a timely fashion to inquiries and problems in person, by email, phone, and mail, providing helpful information and explanations in line with District policies and procedures. Thoughtfully handles confrontational or stressful interactions.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, trainings, and orientations.
• Attends work on a regular, reliable, and punctual basis.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Any combination of experience that is equivalent to three (3) years of skilled labor and operation related to park and trail maintenance or light civil construction work in the public sector as a Lead is preferred. This includes staff supervision and the operation of equipment used in the maintenance and repair of trails, parking lots, and all other related functions described in the position description.
• A combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Certified Pesticide Applicator's License as a Certified Operator in the Industrial and Rights-of-Way Weed Control (109) category, preferred, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year from the date of hire.
• All required certifications as they relate to the above-listed essential duties and any related certifications.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver License or have the ability to obtain upon hire and maintain an acceptable driving record. A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is also required or the ability to obtain one within six months (6) of hire.

Skills

• Ability and willingness to learn and then perform specific maintenance and supervisory tasks in an efficient manner.
• Ability to operate and disseminate or receive training on various types of maintenance standards, current operating procedures, and construction equipment.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn current public trail construction, safety, and maintenance standards, procedures, and working knowledge of equipment and materials used to safely maintain and construct both hard and soft surface trails.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn current parking lot construction, safety, and maintenance standards, procedures, and working knowledge of equipment and materials used to safely maintain and construct concrete and asphalt paved surfaces.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn current bridge and stormwater conveyance construction, safety, and maintenance standards, procedures, and working knowledge of equipment and materials used to safely maintain and construct bridges and drainage ways.
• Skills related to current proficiency with the safe and efficient operation of equipment used to maintain public trails, parking lots, and public facilities including, but not limited to, backhoes, skid steers, front-end loaders, tandem and single axle dump trucks, trash trucks, rollers and compactors, street sweepers, pressure washers, large capacity water trucks, and excavation equipment.
• Skills related to current proficiency and ability to document daily maintenance activities, keep accurate work logs and reports, design and implement traffic and pedestrian detour plans, and conduct and correct jobsite hazard analysis.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and the ability to operate all tools and equipment during inclement weather.
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate oral and written instructions in a timely and professional manner.
• Must be highly motivated and take direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbally.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service and get along with coworkers, patrons, and supervisors, and interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.

Material and Equipment Used

• District tractors and implements, power and hand tools, pesticide/herbicide application equipment, chemical sprayers, welding equipment, painting equipment, tandem/single axle trucks and trailers, excavation, and civil construction equipment.
• This position regularly drives a District vehicle and may need to drive a personal vehicle to various District facilities.

Working Environment

This position requires work in a variety of settings including working indoors and frequently outdoors, daytime and night-time including in dark areas, subject to variable weather conditions, ecosystems, and landscapes. Outdoor working environments can be wet, humid, and extreme in temperature variations. Regularly exposed to heat, cold, loud noises, dust, wildlife, and chemicals.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to reach outward, reach above shoulders, and below knees.
• Heavy physical work requiring ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; considerable walking and standing on uneven surfaces; regular pushing, pulling, and bending; hand/eye and foot/eye coordination to operate hand tools, controls, and motorized equipment; may occasionally crawl, squat, kneel, or work in uncomfortable positions for short periods of time.
• Long periods of repeated motion, twisting, turning, lifting, and bending.
• Lift with assistance up to 200 lbs.; on a rare occasion may be required to lift 100 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to hear and listen for warning signals and receive and interpret information.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Employee assistance program at no cost that includes: counseling, financial planning, legal assistance, and much more.
• Employee Wellness Program that allows covered staff to reduce their medical premium by $360 annually.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 4 personal days per year.
• Earn 11.5 paid vacation days per year.
• Paid sick leave to rest, recover, and take care of yourself.
• Up to 9% 401(a) Employer contribution/match that vests after 3 years of service.
• Trainings to grow your professional and personal skill set.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program that covers up to $2,500 per year.
• Free daily admission to recreation centers, tennis courts, ice rinks, and swimming pools.
• 50% off food at South Suburban restaurants.
• $5 to $10 for nine holes of golf at four different courses.