Field Engineer II - Skilled Trades (2nd shift)

Job Description

Parks & Recreation

Field Engineer II - Skilled Trades Supervisor

Posting Expires: July 20, 2026

Salary Range: $51,035 - $71,000/annually

Shift start times range from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., with end times between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

General Description and Classification Standards

Organizes, monitors, and supervises facility maintenance operations for Department of Parks and Recreation. Performs a variety of technical skilled and unskilled tasks relative to facility maintenance. Provides additional technical assistance to the facilities as needed. Full-time supervisory work over a small, permanently assigned work group of 4-5 employees. Group may have technical, administrative, or construction/maintenance backgrounds.

Supervision Received

Will come under direct supervision of 1st shift project manager. May receive guidance from senior management regarding group objectives, scheduling, unusual priorities, essential duties, and responsibilities, etc., but is free to set work methods and individual assignments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for facility maintenance. Establishes schedules and plans for providing facility maintenance services; identifies resource needs; reviews needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly. Participates in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies, and procedures; participates in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Participates in the preparation and administration of the facility maintenance budget; submits budget recommendations; monitors expenditures; prepare cost estimates; submits justifications for equipment; monitor budget expenditures. Monitors and controls supplies and equipment; orders supplies and tools as necessary; prepares documents for equipment procurement; prepares specifications and contracts for contract services. Trains or coordinates training in facility maintenance and safety methods, procedures, and techniques. Develops and organizes preventative maintenance and safety inspection programs for all facilities and equipment. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of facility maintenance; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.

Decision Making

Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Consults with direct supervision and field employees to make informed decisions.

Leadership Provided

Routinely provides training and/or project leadership to less experienced professionals or support staff. May supervise clerical or support staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a building maintenance, repair and construction program; knowledge of materials, methods, terminology, equipment and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems including those used in performing rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, mechanical, and painting work; knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; knowledge of basic principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration; knowledge of equipment, tools and materials used in facility maintenance activities; knowledge of construction and project management principles; knowledge of principles and practices of safety management; knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; knowledge of pertinent local, state and federal laws, ordinances, codes, and rules. Skill in planning, scheduling, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of others; skill in training others in work procedures; skill in preparing and maintaining a variety of accurate written and computerized records and reports pertaining to the work; skill in reading and interpreting plans, maps and specifications and manuals; skill in operating and maintaining equipment and tools used in facilitating maintenance and custodial work; skill in identifying and implementing effective courses of action to complete assigned work; skill in coordinating crew assignments with those of other divisions, departments and agencies; skill in estimating labor, material and equipment needs; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Ability to read and understand construction drawings, plans and specifications; ability to organize, implement and direct facility maintenance operations and activities; ability to supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; ability to interpret and explain pertinent department policies and procedures; ability to develop cost estimates for supplies and equipment; ability to perform the most complex maintenance duties and operate related equipment; ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the public; ability to develop and recommend systems and procedures related to assigned operations; ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience

Associate degree (AA) in Business, Management, Engineering, or related fields.

Three (3) years' of related field engineering experience.

One (1) year in a lead worker/supervisory role.

Preferred Qualifications - Education and Experience

Bachelors degree (BA) in Electronic, Civil or related Engineering study w/10+ years of related field engineering experience, including 5+ years of leadership/supervisory experience.

Licensures and Certifications

State of Georgia Driver's License.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.