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Why Join the City of Seat Pleasant?

The City of Seat Pleasant is a dynamic, forward-moving municipal government committed to delivering high-quality services, strengthening community trust, and fostering a culture of excellence. At the City of Seat Pleasant, you become more than an employee. You become part of a close-knit community that believes in service, integrity, and continuous growth. Our workforce is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, and we support that mission by creating a workplace where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. We provide a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional advancement, competitive benefits, and the chance to help shape the future of a vibrant and diverse city. Joining our team means stepping into a role with purpose and becoming part of an organization that is committed to excellence in public service.

Position Overview

An employee in this classification is responsible for assisting in developing and maintaining a comprehensive and uniform maintenance program and for supervising crews in work requiring the skill, ability, knowledge, and dexterity of several trades utilized in repair and maintenance. Work included the preparation of manpower, material, and cost estimates for individual projects and requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment and initiative in carrying out assignments.

 Key Responsibilities

• Oversees, supervises, and directs crews involved in street construction, maintenance, and repair, mowing, horticulture, parks maintenance, special events, and related activities.
• Schedules and assigns personnel and equipment to work force leaders and assigns them to particular jobs.
• Under supervision, coordinates use of equipment, materials, and manpower.
• Inspects work to ensure compliance with instructions, plans, and work orders.
• Receives requests for follow-up work or special work and ensures that work is carried out.
• Gives advice, guidance, and training to employees.
• Keeps records and prepares reports.
• Inspects field work of assigned crews in a variety of work situations.
• Oversee the planning, planting, maintenance, and repair of grounds and park areas.
• Oversees landscaping, trash collection, recycling, and special events.
• Operates construction and maintenance equipment.
• May act as department head as assigned.
• Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.

Required Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of repair, operation, maintenance, rehabilitation, and construction of facilities and services to which assigned; thorough knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment, use d in such work; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work; skill in assigning and supervising the work of others; ability to prepare reports, drawings, and sketches; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates and the general public.

High School graduation, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate, supplemented by three (3) to five (5) years of progressively knowledgeable and skilled experience and specialized training in the field appropriate to the job; considerable experience in supervision of small crews; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must be able to work some evenings (seasonally) and weekend hours as required.

Working Conditions

• Heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal word levels.
• Visual acuity is required for visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm’s length, operation of machines devices, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Selection Criteria

• Special Notices: Employees in this position are subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to the City of Seat Pleasant's Drug-Free Workplace Policy, Drug & Alcohol Testing Procedures. 
• Resume: Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter including salary requirements and resume to [email protected] Cover letter should include position title. NO PHONE CALLS 

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The City of Seat Pleasant is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department to request support. Employees may also request reasonable accommodations at any time during their employment.

Disclaimer

This job description is designed to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The City of Seat Pleasant reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as needed to meet operational requirements.