Construction Repair Crew Chief - Heavy Crew Chief chez 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 well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and 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 & 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. #OneSeattle

About the Parks and Environment Division

Construction and Repair Crew Chief.  This position will report to the Natural Resource Unit Manager    

Parks & Environment (P&E) is committed to the City's Core Values of equity, inclusion, learning, accountability, and stewardship so that we can each thrive in the workplace.  Our values shape how we create and maintain a work environment that is based on care, consideration, and respect so we can best serve our communities and support one another as colleagues. 

The Construction and Repair Crew Chief will plan, organize, and prioritize work for subordinate staff assigned to construction and repair of Parks and Public Works facilities. This is a first-line supervisor which, under general supervision, supervises crews which may include Laborers, Truck Drivers, Equipment Operators, and other subordinates in performing construction, repair and maintenance work for the Parks and Public Works Departments.

Position Duties

The Heavy Crew chief supervises a team of heavy equipment and heavy truck drivers in support of Seattle Parks and Recreation grounds and operations citywide. The Heavy Crew Chief is responsible for planning workloads, scheduling staff, allocating equipment and materials, laying out jobs, instructing employees in how to accomplish the work, observing the safe and efficient progress of the work, and reviewing the finished product for conformance to standards. They are also responsible for weekly reporting, monthly Unit presentations, and supporting hiring and onboarding new staff. Personal contacts are with department directors, Natural Resource Unit and Grounds district managers, crew chiefs, surveyors, engineers and private contractors to coordinate work projects and with vendors to discuss equipment purchases. Contact with the public is to provide information to questions or complaints. Examples of duties include:

• Assigns daily work and set section priorities for subordinate staff during daily dispatch.
• Inspects projects performed by subordinate staff and contractors, making on-site visits.
• Coordinates heavy equipment emergency and storm response.
• Maintains personnel and technical records; prepares related reports and correspondence
• Coordinates work flow and emergency services with other divisions including Grounds Maintenance, Recreation, and Plumbing, Electrical, Machine, Paint and Carpenter Shops. 
• Monitors budgeted expenditures and prepares recommendations and justifications for the program’s budget including supplies, services, utilities, and equipment.
• Provides oversight of citywide turf crew managing ballfield care and artificial turf citywide in collaboration with grounds-district staff. 
• Ensures equipment is serviced according to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Supervises, disciplines, monitors and evaluates subordinates performance.
• Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

Other Qualifications

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• Experience with supervising the operation of heavy trucks, including multi-axle trucks and truck/trailer or tractor/trailer combinations.
• Four years of parks, grounds, heavy truck, operator, or related experience including a minimum of one year with lead responsibilities and the ability to supervise others.
• Knowledge of City, State, and Federal rules and regulations governing the safe operation of truck/trailer and tractor/trailer combinations.

• A valid Washington State Commercial's Driver's License - Class "A", with the airbrake restriction removed, and a valid Medical Certificate. Some positions in this class may require other endorsements as required by law.  
• A valid Washington State Flagging Card, First Aid/CPR card, and/or a defensive driving course certificate may be required within six months of employment. May also require appropriate crane certification as required by law.

Special Working Conditions: 

• Perform demanding and physically challenging work, including lifting more than 50 pounds up to waist level. 

• Bend, stoop and dig for extended periods of time. 

•  Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, heavy traffic; entering confined spaces (such as maintenance chambers, holes and excavations). 

•  Work any shift or schedule, including nights, evenings, weekends and holidays. 

• Respond to emergency conditions resulting in overtime with little or no notice. 

• Meet the conditions set forth in SPR Workplace Expectations.

• May be required to be on call 24 hours/day to respond to emergencies. 

• And lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds; 

• Drive in both urban street and rural environment, including unimproved roads. 

• May be required to operate trucks on mountainous logging roads.

• Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time; 

• Required to spend long periods of time driving trucks, often in heavy traffic and under adverse weather conditions. 

• Handle or work near toxic/hazardous substances; and work outdoors in all types of weather

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 or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $45.30 to $48.98 per hour.

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. Maximum one page.
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. 

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.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, 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.

Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov

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.