Grounds Crew Leader

Position Title:

Grounds Crew Leader

Job Posting Closing Date:

06/02

The Provo City Parks Department is looking for a full-time Grounds Crew Leader to provide skilled technical and crew supervisor work in the Maintenance Division. This position involves responsibility for highly specialized functions of the parks and grounds maintenance program. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the parks services provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market. Most positions allow for a 4/10-hour work shift. Plus, great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, educational assistance payments, and more!

Job Details

Application Review Process: Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on June 3, 2024. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements listed below to be eligible for consideration.

 

Pay Rate: (G27) $25.08 - $34.58 per hour.

 

Essential Duties: 

• General work in the construction trades including excavating, sub-grading, trenching, final grading, concrete work, painting, electrical, masonry, roofing, framing, plumbing, and carpentry.

• Develop, install, and maintain special park and grounds improvement projects.

• Operate, repair, and maintain a wide variety of equipment and tools including small engines, gang mowers, trucks, and dump and hoist mechanisms.

• Ensure OSHA and other regulations are followed.

• Continually monitor ICC program.

• Prepare and implement annual turf maintenance plan.

• Oversee training of assigned personnel.

• Assist other staff and perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Three years of experience equivalent to the level of Senior Grounds Technician.

• OR 6 years of general construction, grounds maintenance, or other job-related experience.

• OR an equivalent combination of job-related education and experience [substituting each 1 year of post-secondary education/training for 6 months of experience].

• A valid, lawful Commercial Driver License (CDL).

•  Utah Pesticide Applicator License, Playground Safety Inspector, Utah Contractor License for playground installation, or other certificates or licenses may be required for some positions.

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Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40