Construction and Horticulture Supervisor

• Supervise all public building construction projects and horticulture operations.
• Oversee evaluate and train departmental personnel.
• Ensure safe and proper use of equipment and enforce safe work habits.
• Plan and coordinate daily work schedules.
• Procure tools vehicles materials and supplies necessary for operations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to inventory personnel accidents safety and budgeting.
• Support other divisions in planning and executing special events.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs during work hours and on-call when necessary.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Effective communication in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving orientation with attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor and accountability in representing the department.

• Serve as departmental spokesperson and community project resource.
• Conduct interviews and evaluations of prospective full-time and seasonal employees.
• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental procedures and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Head or Mayor.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Indiana drivers license.
• Minimum four (4) years of experience in construction or building maintenance.
• Minimum four (4) years of experience with water facilities including pools spray parks fountains and chemical management.
• Minimum four (4) years of supervisory experience managing staff and coordinating work plans.
• Commercial Backflow Certification.
• Technical or vocational training in construction horticulture or a related discipline preferred.

• Indiana Pesticide Applicator Technician License.
• Commercial Pool Chemical Certification.

• Knowledge of equipment tools and methods used in building construction and horticulture.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints installation instructions and bid documents.
• Competency in selecting and purchasing supplies vehicles and machinery.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to train others.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.

• Ability to lift push pull and carry heavy objects (up to 100 lbs).
• Capability to perform physical labor including bending climbing and standing for extended periods.
• Mental acuity for solving problems performing calculations and interpreting complex documents.
• Normal or corrected vision required for reading plans operating equipment and observing job sites.

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures (95F in summer; -10F in winter) dirt dust chemicals and noise.
• Use of various tools heavy machinery and power equipment.
• Occasional exposure to electrical shock and vibrations.
• Requires availability for on-call emergency situations and after-hours response.

• The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).
• Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.

• The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge skills and abilities and the physical mental and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties responsibilities and essential job functions.
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
• This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Required Experience:

Manager