To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
CREW LEADER-LANDSCAPE & SUSTAINABILITYDepartment: Public WorksPay Grade: 108FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the work of a crew of personnel engaged in landscape maintenance and sustainability of the City’s land. This position reports to the Landscape and Sustainability Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Performs all aspects of landscape maintenance, installation, and beautification duties.
- Performs equipment transport and operation.
- Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment in clean, safe, and functioning condition.
- Provides traffic control and flagging necessary to maintain safe and functional jobsites.
- Exercises direct supervision over assigned personnel.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES Professional Excellence Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.
Communication Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.
Teamwork Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.
Engagement Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.
Public Service Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) to three (3) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications: - Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of current applicable federal and state policies, mandates, and regulations.
- Knowledge of the methods, principles, techniques, equipment, tools, and practices of landscape maintenance.
- Knowledge of horticulture, arboricultural, and gardening methods, principles, techniques, equipment, tools, and practices.
- Knowledge of relevant safety regulations, protocols, principles, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance techniques as related to division equipment and vehicles.
- Knowledge of the geography and road system of the City.
- Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
- Skill in the training and supervision of personnel.
- Skill in operating a variety of equipment and tools related to landscape maintenance and construction activities.
- Skill in the application of pesticides and herbicides.
- Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
- Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
- Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is heavy work, which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, bending, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, utilizes sense of smell, and distinguishes between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed in various outdoor environments. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
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Closing Date/Time: Continuous
