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Parks & Recreation Maintenance Supervisor – Grounds

Job Number
PMSG-0826

Application Deadline Date
September 2, 2026

Compensation
$46,571.20

Job Type
Full-time, exempt

Schedule
40 hours per week; Monday-Friday with some evening and weekend shifts.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Parks Maintenance Superintendent, the Parks Maintenance Supervisor – Grounds oversees the daily operation of the Parks Maintenance Grounds Crew and coordinates the maintenance of all parks, athletic fields, playgrounds, trails, park facilities, splash pads, aquatic facilities, landscaping, and related grounds. The position is responsible for ensuring that parks and facilities are safe, clean, attractive, and well-maintained through effective supervision, preventative maintenance, project coordination, and staff development.

Immediate Supervisor
Parks Maintenance Superintendent

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities 
The following duties are normal for the position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Leadership and Supervision 

• Direct, schedule, and oversee daily work activities of the Parks Maintenance Grounds Crew. 
• Assist the Superintendent with supervising, training, mentoring, evaluating, and developing maintenance personnel, including corrective actions as needed.
• Assign projects, monitor work quality, and ensure productivity standards are met. 
• Enforce departmental policies and operating procedures.

 Parks and Grounds Maintenance 

• Oversee and participate in the maintenance of parks, athletic fields, playgrounds, trails, landscaped areas, splash pads, aquatic facilities, and park grounds. 
• Perform and supervise mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, irrigation, fertilization, weed control, and general landscaping. 
• Conduct routine inspections of parks and facilities to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns. 
• Coordinate and assist with repairs to playgrounds, shelters, restrooms, signage, fences, sidewalks, parking lots, and other park amenities. 
• Help develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for parks, facilities, vehicles, and equipment. 

 Facilities, Construction, and Recreation Support 

• Assist with maintenance, renovation, and construction projects involving park facilities and structures. 
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors on maintenance and improvement projects. 
• Assist in identifying capital improvement and facility replacement needs. 
• Coordinate seasonal operations, including field preparation, splash pad operations, facility openings and closings, and winterization activities. 
• Support recreation programs, special events, and community activities through facility preparation, setup, and teardown.  

Equipment and Administrative Responsibilities 

• Oversee the proper operation, cleanliness, condition, repair, and preventative maintenance of departmental vehicles, equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, supplies, and materials. 
• Maintain records related to maintenance activities, inspections, training, safety, and inventory. 
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, work orders, and departmental planning. 
• Respond professionally to citizen inquiries, concerns, and service requests. 

 Safety and Emergency Response 

• Promote and enforce a safe work environment. 
• Ensure employees receive required safety training and certifications. 
• Participate in emergency operations, including severe weather response, storm cleanup, snow and ice removal, and other emergency situations. 
• Serve on-call as assigned and respond to after-hours emergencies involving Parks and Recreation facilities. 

Physical Requirements of the Job 

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Must be able to lift objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Operate vehicles; exposed to machinery and its moving parts; exposed to high places; must use ladders and stairs; exposed to fumes, chemicals and toxic substances. 
• Light to medium work that involves walking, standing, crouching, reaching and sitting a minimum of 7 hours a day, and also involves exerting 26-50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis.
• Requires considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Minimum Requirements 

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED, additional education and training preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in parks maintenance, grounds maintenance, facility maintenance, landscaping, construction, public works, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of supervisory or crew leadership experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications 

• Must have a Valid Driver’s License and legal ability to operate a Parks-issued vehicle while on duty.
• Kentucky Pesticide Applicator License, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment.

Special Requirements 

• Must be available for on-call duty and be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as assigned and during emergencies.
• All NJCPR positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical.

The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks and Recreation is an
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks & Recreation reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

HOW TO APPLY
Submit a NJCPR application found at https://njcpr.org/employment/. Applications may be printed and mailed or dropped off to the address below, along with any applicable documents such as a cover letter, resume, certification/license(s) or DD214 by 4:00PM (EST) on the application deadline date.

Resumes are not a substitute for a completed employment application, but may be submitted along with an application.

Scanned applications and supporting documents may be emailed to jmeunier@njcpr.org with the subject line: Job Number PMSG-0826.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information, call, e-mail, or visit:

Parks Maintenance Superintendent or Office Manager
499 E Maple Street
Nicholasville KY 40356

Phone: (859) 885-9787 x101
Website: njcpr.org/employment
E-mail: jmeunier@njcpr.org

Parks & Recreation Maintenance Worker – Part-Time

Job Number
MWPT-0726

Application Deadline Date
Open Until Filled

Compensation
Starting pay $17.10 per hour.

Job Type
Part-time, non-exempt

Schedule
Minimum of 20 hours per week; work schedule will include weekends, evenings and may include some holidays.

Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for the position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.  

Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor and direction of the Parks Maintenance Superintendent, the Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker – Part-Time is responsible for janitorial and custodial tasks throughout Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks and Recreation locations and facilities.

Primary responsibilities are related to cleaning facilities and grounds, light maintenance repairs, and assisting with recreation events.

Immediate Supervisor
Parks Maintenance Supervisor 

Minimum Requirements 

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED.  
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) as well as public relation skills.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Collect and dispose of trash from parks locations, including litter pick-up and tidying of nearby spaces per established guidelines.
• Unlocking/locking Park restroom facilities per guidelines.
• Parks Restrooms Custodial Duties
  • Empty all hygiene and trash receptacles
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Clean and disinfect: doors, handles, knobs, faucets, sinks, toilet seats, urinals, partitions
  • Clean mirrors
  • Check and replenish supply of toilet paper, paper towels and soap
  • Dust for cobwebs on walls, ceiling and on partition dividers
• Note and report any maintenance repair needs
• Parks Shelter Custodial Duties
  • Dust for cobwebs, note any pest removal needs or other maintenance needs related to the structure, picnic tables or pads
• Parks Buildings Custodial Duties
  • Empty trash cans
  • Sweep and mop hard surface floors, vacuum carpeted floors
  • Dust for cobwebs on ceiling, walls around doors
  • Clean and disinfect all touch points (doorknobs/light switches)
  • Gymnasium
    • Pick up any larger pieces of litter and clean up any spills
    • Use a blower to clear the bleachers of other debris, then dust windowsills and collect dirt/debris using a push broom/broom and dustpan.
    • Use walk-behind floor cleaner to clean gymnasium floor
• Wash, wipe or dust furniture, windows and related equipment in work areas.
• Maintain janitorial equipment, supplies and storage areas.
• Perform routine maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, moving and arranging furniture, checking and setting thermostat controls and general facility security.
• Assist with installation, setup, tear-down and the operation of necessary equipment and property related to recreation events, special events, and public functions as needed and directed.
• Report maintenance issues and recommend solutions to provide safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing park facilities.
• Operate passenger vehicles and hand tools.
• Develop understanding of applicable City/Park rules and report any violation appropriately.
• Assist with seasonal operation set-up and maintenance as directed (i.e. clearing trails, cleaning equipment, snow and ice removal, completing rainy day task lists).
• Performs other duties related to the goals and objectives of the Department and related work as assigned.

Physical Requirements of the Job 

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Must be able to lift objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Operate vehicles; exposed to machinery and its moving parts; exposed to high places; must use ladders and stairs; exposed to fumes, chemicals and toxic substances. 
• Light to medium work that involves walking, standing, crouching, reaching for a minimum of 4 hours a day.
• Requires skill and adeptness in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in completing tasks.

Special License and Certifications 

• Valid Driver’s License

Special Requirements 

• Must be able to legally operate a Parks issued vehicle while on duty.
• Weekends, holidays and evening shifts are part of the regular work schedule.
• All NJCPR positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical.

The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks and Recreation is an
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks & Recreation reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

HOW TO APPLY
Submit a NJCPR application found at https://njcpr.org/employment/. Applications may be printed and mailed or dropped off to the address below, along with any applicable documents such as a cover letter, resume, certification/license(s) or DD214 between 8:00AM-4:00PM Monday-Friday, until position is filled.

Resumes are not a substitute for a completed employment application, but may be submitted along with an application.

Scanned applications and supporting documents may be emailed to jmeunier@njcpr.org with the subject line: Job Number MWPT-07206.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information, call, e-mail, or visit:

Director or Office Manager
499 E Maple Street
Nicholasville KY 40356

Phone: (859) 885-9787 x101
Website: njcpr.org/employment
E-mail: jmeunier@njcpr.org