Foreperson - Five Borough Program

The Central Park Conservancy

New York, NY, US
Base: $56,000 - $72,000 annually; bonus/equity: + ...
Three years landscape management experience
Valid driver's license required
Ability to lift 50 lbs daily
The Foreperson provides daily direction to staff ensuring all work meets organizational standards across four parks in Harlem and other NYC locations

Job Summary

  • The Foreperson provides daily direction to staff ensuring all work meets organizational standards across four parks in Harlem and other NYC locations.
  • This role involves supervising snow removal programs, operating light or medium weight trucks, and maintaining tools and equipment in good working order.
  • The position requires collaboration with NYC Parks staff to perform landscape maintenance tasks including mowing, seeding, and trash removal while adhering to safety regulations.

Matching Summary

The Foreperson provides daily direction to staff ensuring all work meets organizational standards across four parks in Harlem and other NYC locations.

Salary

Base: $56,000 - $72,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Additional daily rate eligible; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Three years landscape management experience
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs daily
  • Experience with heavy equipment operation
  • Knowledge of urban park maintenance practices

Nice-to-have

  • Associate's degree in related field
  • Microsoft Office applications knowledge
  • Collaborative team player mindset
  • Critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Flexibility for schedule changes and overtime

Key Requirements

  • Three years increasingly responsible maintenance experience
  • Valid Driver's License maintained for duration of employment
  • Associate's degree or equivalent combination of skills and experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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