Maintenance Foreman

Maintenance Foreman - Parks and Recreation Type: Parks, Recreation & Tourism Salary/Pay Rate: $23.93 - $28.72/hour Posted Date: 10/30/2026

JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE FOREMAN II

DEPARTMENT: PARKS AND RECREATION

DIVISION: PARKS

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, schedules, and supervises the daily work activities of the maintenance staff in the maintenance of department facilities and grounds. Performs related maintenance, administrative, and supervisory work as required. Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervises the daily activities and work assignments of the maintenance staff in the maintenance of department facilities and grounds; ensures quality and safety regulations. Supervises staff of 5 crew members, all Maintenance Worker III employees. Reviews work, coordinates activities, allocates personnel, acts on personnel issues and assists in the selection of new employees. Performs maintenance work as needed to include athletic field preparation, turf grass management, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, irrigation repair, etc. Works with the Sports Turf Contractor to ensure timely and safe turf field treatments of all athletic fields. Assists the Maintenance Supervisor with the planning, personnel, setting up and taking down of City special events and tournaments such as Earth Day, Splash Day, Jack-o-lantern Jubilee, Christmas tree lighting, and sports tournaments. Works with Program Coordinators and Tournament Directors for travel sports events, athletic field rentals, etc. Serves on call 24/7. Assists in the preparation and management of assigned budget; procures necessary equipment, supplies, and materials; maintains inventory records. Develops and implements a maintenance program and schedule for department. Reviews and assigns work orders for maintenance and repairs. Visits work sites to ensure that work is completed correctly. Oversees the preparation of facilities for programs and events. Supervises the maintenance and repairs of department equipment and vehicles. Plans, develops, and implements employee safety programs. Maintains accurate records of maintenance and repair work completed. Manages special projects performed by outside vendors as assigned by the Director of Parks & Recreation. Attends and conducts meetings, prepares records and reports, enters and retrieves computer data, etc. Receives and/or reviews various records and reports including weather reports, calendar of events, receives problem calls, special event emails, and citizen complaints or needs. Prepares and/or generates a variety of documents including daily schedules, special event planning, safety issues, scheduled closings for spraying, and correspondence with Staff. Refers to emails, phone calls, safety manuals, public input, and catalog mail. Utilizes a variety of computer software to include Calsense, Siemens, email, and H-Drive. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Director of Parks & Recreation, Program Coordinators, and employees.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists visitors to the park with directions, location of facilities, schedule of events, etc. Assists coworkers as needed. Assists other City departments with information about grounds and facilities. Informs other departments of problems found by maintenance crew that may require their services.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Recommends a High School Diploma supplemented by a minimum of one to two years of experience in a job related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED

TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment. Must be able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to bend, crawl, kneel, lift/carry weights of up to 80 pounds. Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, includes the receiving of information and instruction from supervisor. Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of documents and reports. Requires the ability to prepare/record required records and reports using the proper format punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Intelligence: Has the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds. Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals and to determine time. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape; and visually read various information. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using maintenance equipment. Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, tools, etc. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. Color Discrimination and Visual Acuity: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color; requires the visual acuity to determine depth perception, peripheral vision, inspection for small parts; preparing and analyzing written or computer data, etc. Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines. The worker may be subject to danger or risk to a slight degree. Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, policies, and procedures of the Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Maintenance Foreman II. Has knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of the City and other governmental agencies. Has knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has working knowledge of the procedures, materials, and equipment related to the maintenance of public buildings. Has knowledge in maintaining presentable, well stocked and clean facilities. Is able to perform a variety of general maintenance duties in support of the total operation of the department and Public buildings. Has working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the job. Is able to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information in the use of cleaning chemicals. Is capable of safely operating equipment and machinery. Has knowledge of and skill in the use of basic mathematics. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to use independent judgment in performing tasks. Has knowledge of how to perform duties in a courteous manner and with the utmost integrity in the best interest of the public. Is able to offer assistance to fellow employees as necessary. Has good organizational, technical, and human relations skills. Is able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has knowledge of how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Quality of Work : Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts. Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities." Dependability : Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas. Attendance : Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests. Initiative and Enthusiasm : Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction. Judgment : Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment. Cooperation : Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally. Relationships with Others : Shares knowledge with supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image. Coordination of Work : Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Safety and Housekeeping : Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated. DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr North-Augusta