Maintenance Manager Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description The City of Renton's Parks and Recreation department is recruiting for an experienced Parks Maintenance Manager dedicated to enhancing quality of life through exceptional stewardship of Renton's parks, trails, natural areas, and public spaces. The Parks Maintenance Manager provides leadership for a diverse maintenance division responsible for preserving, improving, and sustainably managing community assets that serve residents every day. This position offers the opportunity to shape service delivery standards, lead continuous improvement efforts, develop employees and future leaders, oversee significant operating and capital resources, and collaborate across departments and with community partners to support a growing and evolving city.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership in asset management, environmental stewardship, workforce development, safety and risk management, and capital project coordination while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, inclusion, and exceptional public service. Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including: Deferred compensation with the City contributing 4% of the employee's salary Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment Telework Program: The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, working certain days/times remotely (up to 2 days per week) based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department.

Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 5 years of increasingly responsible experience maintaining landscaped areas, spraying chemical applications, designing, maintaining and repairing irrigation systems, bidding, contracting and project management. 2 years supervisory experience.

Valid Driver's License. Knowledge of irrigation systems design, turf diseases, turf maintenance, and horticulture. First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.

Successful passing of a required background and driver's license check. NOTE: We have adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers during the initial application review, such as candidates' names, contact information, etc. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume.

You must thoroughly complete the applications' education and work experience section in chronological order. You must also provide a thorough response to each of the Supplemental Questions. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application as described above without any personal identifiers included.

Failure to do so may result in elimination from further consideration. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manage the assigned maintenance programs, facilities, and service areas, ensuring consistent service delivery across the parks and trails system. Ensure effective delivery of operations through oversight of supervisors and performance outcomes.

Develop and oversee division-wide risk management, safety compliance, and regulatory programs. Develop and approve procurement strategies, equipment standards, and capital purchases in accordance with City policies. Develop a preventive maintenance program for equipment, control inventory and distribution of equipment, materials, tools and chemicals.

Interpret and explain policies and regulations; remain current regarding applicable laws, codes, rules and procedures. Establish division-wide maintenance standards, service levels, performance measures, and asset management strategies, and use data to evaluate effectiveness and guide continuous improvement. Represent the division in interdepartmental planning efforts (Capital Projects, Sustainability, Risk, Fleet, Finance) Prepare and manage requests for proposals and contracts for large park maintenance projects, oversee the Quality Assurance program, and inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure compliance with specifications and applicable laws, codes and regulations.

Prepare and maintain records and prepare reports of accomplished work and in progress, materials purchased and used, cost estimates, hazardous materials and safety records, and priorities of parks projects; review and approve receipts for purchased for merchandise; prepare and monitor assigned budgets. Ensure training programs, resources, and professional development opportunities are in place and consistently applied across workgroups. Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and hiring decisions, including staffing level analysis and oversight of consistent onboarding practices.

Ensure consistent supervisory practices across work units. Coordinate resources and facilities to support department-wide programs and operations including recreation and volunteer programs. Coordinate maintenance considerations during capital design and construction phases.

Oversee and monitor water conservation efforts implemented by the Parks Maintenance team. Establish standards and approve major systems designs for irrigation system installation, replacement, repair, and servicing. Lead division-wide safety meetings.

Coordinate with the Fleet Manager on the Fleet operations, maintenance, and replacement program. Provide opportunities for professional development to staff. Evaluate employee performance; conduct consistent staff and 1:1 check in meetings with direct reports.

Delegate, review and ensure timely completion of duties of assigned staff. Assist in the development and implementation of department goals that support the City's Mission and Business Plan. Train staff; set specific and measurable standards and goals.

Evaluate parks maintenance operations to improve service, productivity, and efficiency, and resolve work-related complaints and issues that cannot be addressed by staff. Ensure assigned staff regularly evaluate and recognize staff. Initiate hiring process and coordinate the onboarding and training of new employees.

Prepare budgets, monitor, and approve expenditures and capital purchases, (submit periodic budget updates and monitor assigned performance measures). Assist in the development and updating of City policies, ensure proper interpretation and administration of policies by staff. Create an environment of teamwork and respect.

Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by welcoming and meeting the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals. Use progressive discipline when appropriate with guidance from a Director/Administrator. Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.

Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Perform other duties as assigned. May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

Please see Class Specifications | Parks Maintenance Manager | Class Spec Details for the full job description. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions. Move throughout City facilities and buildings.

Operate a computer and other office equipment. Communicate with City employees and residents. Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a typical office environment and outdoors in all weather conditions. Noise level out in the field is moderately loud. Noise level indoors is moderately quiet.

Work evening and/or weekend hours as required. Night meetings may be required. Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Selection Procedure Please consider visiting the City of Renton's Career Center for more information about our hiring process, benefits and other useful information. The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high-quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information.

This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Accommodation: Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact sjacobs@rentonwa.gov at least 2 business days prior to the need. Communication from the City of Renton: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner

As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application. Recruitment Process: The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account.

At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.