With over two decades at the Town of Hempstead Parks Department, I've advanced from Grounds Keeper to Crew Chief and Maintenance Mechanic, showcasing my troubleshooting skillfulness and ability to foster positive relationships. My tenure reflects significant enhancements in facility upkeep and team leadership, embodying dedication and mechanical expertise in maintaining extensive recreational spaces.
1996-2002 Part Time Position - Grounds Keeper
1. Participated in groundskeeping activities; as required; cut grass, weed whack.
2. Maintained and marked athletic fields and play areas
3. Maintained bathroom facilities
4. Participated in the removal of dirt, rubbish, snow, leaves, and all other refuse from public grounds, walks, and parking areas.
4. Operated trucks and other motorized equipment as required.
2002-Present - Promoted to a Full Time Position with the title of Crew Chief as well as Maintanance Mechanic
Duties are:
1. Participates in groundskeeping activities; as required, assists in supervising manual-tasks workers
assigned to these activities.
2. Maintains and marks athletic fields and play areas.
3. Participates in the removal of dirt, rubbish, snow, leaves, and all other refuse from public grounds,
walks, and parking areas.
4. As required, keeps records of employees and equipment.
5. Drives truck and other motorized equipment as required.
6. Cut Grass and Week Whack of various town locations
7. Maintain the bathrooms of town parks and recreational facilities
Other responsibilities include
performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks on town facilities and equipment, including plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC units, and general building upkeep, often requiring basic mechanical skills to troubleshoot and fix issues across different building systems; essentially acting as a "handyman" with a focus on mechanical repairs across town property.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of the procedures and equipment used in the care and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.
Working knowledge of the care of lawns, trees, and shrubs.
Ability to operate and make routine repairs to groundskeeping equipment.
Ability to exercise supervision over laborers in performing groundskeeping activities.
Ability to keep records and make reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
Ability to work effectively in inclement weather.