Hybrid Concrete Construction and Repair Crew Chief bei City of Seattle, WA

About the Department

ABOUT SEATTLE PARKS AND RECREATION: Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens, and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for their well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment, and a vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate, and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION: Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattleSeattle 

ABOUT THE FACILITIES DIVISION: Our Facilities Division of the Parks and Recreation Services Branch performs maintenance at over 25 miles of boulevards, 465 parks, including 26 community centers, 8 indoor swimming pools, 2 outdoor (summer) swimming pools, 4 environmental education centers, 2 small-craft centers, 4 golf courses, and an outdoor stadium. We place a strong emphasis on providing excellent customer service to the public, clients, and staff to ensure public safety and enjoyment while they are at SPR facilities and parks.

Position Description: Parks & Recreation Facilities Division is seeking a Construction and Repair Crew Chief for our Concrete/Paving Unit. This position supervises the work of cement finishers, installation maintenance workers, and maintenance laborers involved in a wide variety of facility maintenance and repairs including but not limited to, concrete and asphalt paving, tile installation and repair, and pool plaster repair. 

 Plan workload, schedule staff, allocate equipment and materials, layout jobs, instruct employees in how to accomplish the work, observe the safe and efficient progress of the work, and review the finished product for conformance to standards. The work requires a knowledge of cost estimation, construction techniques and supervisory principles. The work also requires the ability to read blueprints and make decisions related to staffing and work prioritizations. This position is represented by WA State Council of County and City Employees, Local 21Z Crew Chiefs and Supervisors.

We are currently recruiting for one (1) regular, benefited position on the Day Shift between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on a 4-day, 10-hour shift.

Position Duties

• Assign and dispatch crews on daily work and determine section priorities for subordinate staff.
• Lay out, monitor, manage, and inspect projects of staff to ensure safe and effective progress.
• Review finished product for conformance to regulations and standards (Compliance Inspections)
• Supervise, compliment, discipline, monitor, and evaluate employee performance.
• Prioritize work orders, coordinate work with other trades, crews, and contractors.
• Repair, install and finish concrete walls, curbs, sidewalks, and Accessibility ramps on Parks owned properties.
• Participate in Proview Tech meetings using Bluebeam Revu to assess digital construction plans and documents for accuracy, feasibility, and compliance with project standards. Providing clear and constructive comments, suggestions, and concerns related to constructability, safety, and scheduling impacts.
• Installation and repair of asphalt on Parks owned properties.
• Install and repair both indoor and outdoor floor and wall tiles.
• Re-plaster pool shells, saw-cut and chip out cracked plaster and determine condition for repair such that new plaster bonds to existing shell.
• Estimate labor and material costs.
• Order, stock, and maintain inventory for a wide variety of materials and equipment.
• Assigns daily work and determines section priorities for staff.
• Inspects projects performed by staff and contractors, making on-site visits.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting architectural and technical blueprints.
• Attends project meetings.
• Coordinates workflow and emergency services with other divisions including Grounds Maintenance, Recreation, Plumbing Shop, Electrical Shop, Machine Shop, Paint, and Carpenter Shop. 
• Ensures equipment is serviced according to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Four years of public works experience including two years of training in administration of construction projects (Combination of education, training and will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

License, Certification, and Other Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Five years’ experience laying and finishing concrete.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and build teams in a diverse workforce.
• Three years’ experience supervising crews of six or more employees.
• Strong leadership qualities are essential for this role.
• Effectively prioritize and schedule projects, aligning them with departmental needs.
• Three years’ experience planning and estimating work.
• Be highly motivated and able to work as a team member in a demanding work environment, meeting tight deadlines.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use standard office software and work order/asset management systems for tasks such as record-keeping, reporting, and communication.
• Two years’ experience repairing and installing asphalt.
• Can work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Competence in maintaining clear and comprehensive written records.
• One year experience installing and repairing plaster.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate maintenance activities, convey operational needs, concerns, and procedures.
• Exhibit a high level of proficiency in verbal communication to convey information effectively and professionally. 
• One year experience installing and repairing tile.
• Experience in interacting with the public coupled with a high level of proficiency in customer service.
• Experience maintaining multiple municipal or large commercial facilities.

Other Qualifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Other:

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. 
• Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Required to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Work at heights on ladders or scaffolding.
• Frequently required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Occasionally requires handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances.
• May work near heavy equipment.
• May work in confined spaces.
• Dependent on business needs, candidates may be required to obtain a respirator clearance fit test.
   
   

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

*Incomplete Applications will not be considered*

**All approved candidates for this position will be required to perform working tests as a portion of the hiring process.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.  Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

A current Washington State driver's license is required.  A current, "FULL" driving abstract from the Department of Licensing must be submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with a driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including successfully passing pre-employment physical, a review of criminal history, driving records, and reference checks. In compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17, applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with notice.

The full salary range for this position is $45.30 – $48.98 hourly.  

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

SPR's Core Competencies are:

Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high-quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.

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