Shop, Fleet, And Safety Coordinator

Description

Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department is seeking to hire a Shop, Fleet, and Safety Coordinator. The Parks Foreperson is the lead/specialist in the Parks Maintenance series. The Parks Foreperson performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and lead duties requiring independent judgement and thorough knowledge of departmental operations, fleet/shop management, and safety in the development and maintenance of Boulder County Parks and Open Space. Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This is a full-time, benefitedposition, various schedules may be considered including: Monday

• Friday 7:30am

• 4:00pm, plus every other Friday 7:00am

• 3:30pm; Monday

• Thursday 7:00am

• 5:30pm.This position will work out of 5201 St. Vrain Drive Longmont, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt(eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $73,848.00 - $90,126.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: Week of July 15th

• First Round Interviews: July 24th

• Second Round Interviews: August 7th

• Reference Check: August 8th

New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month. Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

• Coordinates and supervises the repair and maintenance of parks and open space fleet

• Manages use of parks and open space shop security and safety

• Assists in developing Shop/Fleet/Safety aspects of the department's annual work plan

• Leads development of the department's annual Shop, Fleet and Safety budgets

• Plans, organizes, assigns and review work of parks employees in accordance with established goals and objectives

• Supervises Shop Assistant and counsels employees concerning performance and recommends personnel actions in the areas of promotion and discipline

• Investigates and resolves complaints regarding shop/fleet

• Performs skilled duties training staff in the use of hand tools, power tools, shop, machines, fleet/equipment and safety equipment

• Coordinates and oversees parks maintenance projects with other Boulder County personnel and outside agencies

• Coordinates accident and incident reporting procedures

• Demonstrates knowledge of National, Stare, County and departmental regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines related to fleet and workplace safety

• Performs related work, as required

• May be reassigned during emergency situations

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent andfive years of parks or grounds maintenance experience, fleet operation and maintenance experience or experience in an outdoor recreation field, including at least two years in a lead capacity. Or, any equivalent combination of education and experience.

DRIVER'S LICENSE:

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess or acquire Class C driver's license within 6 months of hire.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL:

• Candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical

Supplemental Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Knowledge of Vehicles, Equipment and Facilities:

• Understanding of basic mechanical maintenance, tool, vehicle and equipment care.

• 5 years of parks, grounds, facility, or fleet maintenance experience, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of the use of materials, vehicles, equipment, tools, and procedures necessary for parks, construction and building maintenance.

• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to parks, construction and building maintenance.

• Skill in supervision and organization.

• Ability to work effectively with other employees, agencies and the public.

• Able to obtain OSHA or equivalent certified safety certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Back and Upper Body

Occasionally mows with self-propelled power mower or cut weeds with 15 lb. power weed whacker (supported with harness), moving from side to side. Occasionally shovels dirt and gravel, and digs holes for posts using clam digger and or 19 lb. digging bar. Occasionally lifts 43 lb. T-post driver (two man lift with handles) shoulder height to drive metal fence posts. Occasionally lifts eighty-pound cement bags (two man lift) and carried to work site. Occasionally lift and position with assistance ramps to allow tractor loading and unloading from trailer. Occasionally lift and operate two handed 60 lb. jackhammer to break rock. Occasionally picks up and removes trash. Must lift 40 lb. trash bag from ground level to truck bed height of 42 inches (could be two person lift).

Hands and Arms

Occasionally operate 2-3 lb. hand pruners held overhead. Occasionally operate 15 lb. chain saw with two hands. Requires fine motor dexterity to adjust and maintain power equipment.

Body Movement

Frequently must walk over uneven rough terrain either pushing, pulling, or carrying equipment. Requires agility to maneuver over limbs, branches, creeks, boulders, etc. Frequently requires ability to sit and drive tractor with mulcher while looking back. Occasionally kneels on angled surfaces to plant flowers and do other work on the ground.

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employeeson the basis ofrace, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.