NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Grounds Landscape Manager
Hanover, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is the employer for the Town of Hanover, NH, seeking a Grounds Landscape Manager. This role supervises and participates in the maintenance and care of landscapes, parks, and cemeteries, requiring knowledge in arboriculture and landscape practices.
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Responsibilities
In coordination with the Grounds Supervisor and Turf Manager coordinates daily work assignments for grounds personnel; oversees the performance of job tasks; ensures compliance with safety principles and practices and with department and town policies and procedures
Coordinates and implements arboriculture best practices, assists in the updating of the municipal tree inventory, prunes & removes tress both from the ground and bucket truck, makes recommendations of tree species & cultivars for planting, applies fertilizer and pesticides
Design and care of municipal landscaped and garden beds, makes recommendations for both perennial and annual plantings with a focus on native pollinators
Participates in the maintenance of town cemeteries; assists with the preparation of burial sites; places grave markers
Is responsible for daily and routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment, including vehicles, commercial equipment, tractors, trailers, snowplows, and minor equipment
Assists the Turf Manager in the completion of their duties on an as needed basis
During snow/ice/wind weather events assists DPW with clean-up activities and restoration of services
The work schedule for this position is routinely a standard work week but does include a flexible schedule to include weekend/evening hours and responding to weather events
Ability to establish and maintain courteous effective working relationships with coworkers, volunteers, and the general public
Coordinates & assists in the set up/take down of equipment for special events and municipal elections
Supervises and participates in the collection and removal of trash, litter and debris
Installs holiday lights and other decorations and banners
Maintains division tools and equipment; performs pre- and post-trip inspections
Trains, assigns, directs, schedules, supervises, evaluates grounds personnel
Attends staff meetings and training workshops as needed
Performs related work as required for the effective operation of the department
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years' experience performing commercial parks or landscaping duties, or tree care maintenance activities
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems
Possession (or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire) of a New Hampshire Pesticide Operational Commercial Applicator (not for hire) License with categories B, & G1
Possession of (or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire) an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist credential
Possession of (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire) a valid driver's license issued by the State of New Hampshire or Vermont for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
Knowledge of town policies and procedures, including personnel and purchasing procedures
Ability to operate and maintain equipment including, but not limited to vehicles, bucket truck, commercial turf mowers, tractors, and chain saws
Possess knowledge of arboriculture best practices to recognize and diagnose possible problems, such as tree disease, invasive species, and hazard tree assessment
Considerable knowledge and methods of commercial landscaping practices and plant care
Considerable knowledge of use and care of motorized equipment and hand/power tools used in grounds maintenance
Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to grounds keeping and maintenance work
Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and potential hazards in public landscapes and municipal trees
Ability to lead, instruct, and train others in the work, including the operation and proper use of equipment
Ability to follow oral instructions and read written instructions
Ability to use hand tools, including electronic equipment, and operate motorized equipment and vehicles such as cars, commercial trucks, tractors and implements
Good interpersonal skills; the ability to deal effectively with the general public, children of various ages, as well as coworkers and other municipal employees
The ability to complete several tasks in decentralized areas
Physical ability to work long hours operating various pieces of equipment in adverse weather conditions
The ability to recognize need for equipment repairs
The ability to follow manufactures guidelines in working with materials in a safe manner
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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