Parks Skilled Services Supervisor - Carpentry

Parks & Recreation

Parks Skilled Services Supervisor

Posting Expires:
March 2, 2026

Salary: $51,035.56 - $67,000.00 annually

Supervises assigned parks and recreation center maintenance activities, staff and operations. Duties may include, but are not limited to: supervising maintenance, construction and repair of park facilities, playground equipment, prioritizing and scheduling assigned park maintenance activities; supervising work crews engaged in daily maintenance operations; reviewing and approving completed work; and preparing and maintaining operational and administrative records. This position oversees the day-to-day operations of the Carpentry Department within Parks and Recreation, ensuring efficient business processes.

Responsibilities include assessing assignments, managing incoming requests, and overseeing the workload of Skilled Services staff members and contractors. The primary goal is to deliver timely and effective services, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises daily operations and activities of assigned work crews engaged in maintenance and operations of DPR parks and recreation centers
• Supervises staff; reviews work, and completes performance evaluations; coordinates workload, maintains standards, provides training, allocates personnel, and manages grievances.
• Reviews and evaluates work in progress and upon completion; approves final work product; and ensures work adheres to quality standards and safety practices.
• Conducts park inspections; examines park facilities, grounds, walkways, fences, athletic fields, game courts, playground equipment, and other recreational structures.
• Supervises the maintenance of tools and equipment used in performing operation and maintenance duties
• Provides information, assistance, and directions to the general public regarding the park and the use of its facilities.
• Prepares administrative forms, production reports, vehicle maintenance reports, and other program information.
• Coordinates activities and operations with other department personnel as needed.
• Communicates to the Park management team the status of assigned employees, areas, and projects.
• May make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines and establishes work methods, timetables, performance standards, etc.
• Has formal supervisory authority over work group (typically at least 4-5 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc.
• Performs security and door entry maintenance tasks.
• Maintains perimeter fences and property security.
• Coordinates projects and conducts face-to-face meetings.
• Oversees welding SOW’s as assigned
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Maintain record keeping related to vendor, playground equipment and maintenance, including pesticides related to playground maintenance.
• Repairs, replaces, inspects and performs other necessary actions to keep playground equipment in compliance with ASTM, CPSC and ADA regulations and manufacturers specifications.
• Coordinates the work with other staff including Park District Operations in accomplishing these tasks.
• Maintains a current file for each playground including inspection and manufacturer’s information, inventory and condition of playground equipment and surfacing.
• Orders replacement parts, supplies and materials for routine repair and maintenance. Stock work vehicle with tools and materials to allow for immediate repairs

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, equipment, materials, and techniques pertaining to park maintenance operations.
• Skill in making independent judgments in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to create policies, procedures, plans, and activities.
• Ability to meet or exceed departmental goals and standards of operations. Ability to effectively use written and verbal communication.

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