Parks Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary

The Parks Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for performing park and facility maintenance and repair, assisting with landscape projects on town properties, and assisting with in‑house construction, maintenance, and repair of all the park and recreation buildings, facilities, and equipment.

• Oversees & coordinates the day‑to‑day operations and maintenance of all parks, facilities, and trails, including turf, facility, landscape, and winter maintenance
• Hires, supervises, and assists part‑time and seasonal maintenance personnel
• Prescribes and follows routine maintenance plans for facilities, amenities, parks, and trails
• Performs basic custodial functions for facilities, amenities, parks, and trails, including setup and cleaning for daily activities and events
• Inspects parks, playgrounds, and facilities for hazards and unsafe conditions and makes necessary repairs or modifications, documenting such repairs
• Develops and implements maintenance procedures to effectively manage day‑to‑day operations
• Maintains records relating to repairs, replacements, and maintenance activities
• Serves as the on‑call emergency contact for parks and facility maintenance needs
• Works closely with the Director of Parks and Recreation to develop short‑ and long‑term planning goals and capital improvement recommendations
• Coordinates and communicates with third‑party stakeholders as needed
• Assists with special event setup, operation, and clean‑up as needed
• Assists in other facilities in similar roles as available
• Participates in parks and recreation training, seminars, conferences, and other programs

• Comprehensive knowledge of park maintenance and landscaping
• 3 years of related experience in general maintenance
• General knowledge and experience in the principles and practice of facility maintenance (carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, etc.)
• Ability to use and learn several types of technology, including irrigation systems and scheduling software for parks and facilities
• Must be able to work independently within assigned areas of responsibility
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and prepare reports, business correspondence, procedures, and standard operating procedures with minimal supervision
• Must be able to drive a personal or town‑owned vehicle, possess a valid Indiana operator’s license, and carry insurance or be insurable to the minimum extent required by the town (and/or recommended by the town’s insurance carrier(s))

• High school graduate or GED and three or more years’ experience in a field related to park and recreation maintenance
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification preferred to be obtained within 1 year of employment