Supervisor, Water Infrastructure and Landcare Management Academy

Position Overview The Water Infrastructure & Landcare Management Academy (WLMA) Supervisor executes the day-to-day operations for all water infrastructure, land, and tree care maintenance projects assigned to the WLMA Crew, including the management and oversight of members, their daily tasks, and assigned work orders. The WLMA Supervisor plans, assigns, supervises, documents, and participates in the work of the WLMA Crew. The Supervisor reports to the PowerCorpsPHL Industry Academies Lead. Essential Functions The WLMA Supervisor will: Supervise, direct, and evaluate members of the WLMA Crew, including: o Leading the onboarding, training, performance evaluation, timesheets, critical feedback, and discipline of the WLMA Crew. o Ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures such as attendance, timeliness, conduct, professionalism, customer service, etc. Plan, assign, supervise, document, and participate in the work of the WLMA Crew, including: o Coordinating with the Philadelphia Water Department and other service partners on work order and special project priorities. o Managing the quality of work produced. o Promoting a culture of safety and professional work practices. o Recording and submitting data needed to complete assigned work order. Instruct the WLMA Crew in the safe operation and maintenance of equipment including: o Chainsaws o Woodchipper o Other 2-cycle power equipment o Carpentry tools Instruct the WLMA Crew in the foundations of arboriculture including: o Pruning o Plant healthcare o Tree anatomy and physiology Operate assigned vehicles, equipment, and hand and power tools safely and professionally. Conduct or coordinate regular vehicle, equipment, and tool maintenance and inventory. Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate across the organization both generally and specifically to support members of the WLMA Crew with next steps in their career plans. Participate in the crew selection process. Attend program, staff, and community meetings and outreach events as required. Perform other duties, as requested. Qualifications

• Passion for PowerCorpsPHL's mission and people.

Strong work ethic and willingness to work outdoors in challenging conditions. Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills. Ability to adapt plans and be flexible on short notice and take initiative to problem solve. General proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google applications, and digital reporting. OSHA-10 certified within one week of hire OSHA-30 certified within one month of hire. Valid driver's license with clean driving record, insurance, and ability to drive a passenger van or pickup truck required. First AID/CPR Certification preferred.

• Successful submission of background checks.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and accessibility. Education and Experience Minimum of two years experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, landcare, or Water Infrastructure maintenance
• AND•Thirty credits (30) from an accredited college, university, or training program in nursery, grounds, maintenance, arboriculture, landscape design, or a related field.
• OR•Three or more years experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, landcare, or Water Infrastructure maintenance.

Experience managing a team. Experience with vocational education or youth workforce development, preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position involves both classroom-based and field-based work.

Typical activities include:

Working outdoors in extreme heat, cold, or rain. Frequent bending and heavy lifting up to 50lbs. Walking on uneven ground. Performing the operation of power tools, hand tools and complex power equipment and perform tasks with mechanical aptitude. Traveling to different locations within Philadelphia on a regular basis. Facilitating both virtual and in-person workshops and meetings using a variety of digital platforms, physical projectors, whiteboards, flip charts and vocal projection. Sitting for extended periods while using a computer, typing, and participating in video conferences.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary:

  $65,000
• 75,000
• We offer a competitive benefits package that includes: o Health, dental, and vision insurance o Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance o Flexible Savings Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Day Care, Mass Transit and/or Parking Plan) o Employee Assistance Program o 401(k) retirement plan participation
• Additionally, you will be entitled to: o 30 days of paid time off annually (240 hours) o 12 holidays annually, plus a winter break PowerCorpsPHL requires background checks to be submitted prior to hire.

Having a background does not necessarily prohibit employment. Individuals with backgrounds are encouraged to apply. PowerCorpsPHL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. PowerCorpsPHL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description outlines the typical functions of the position, and employees with disabilities can perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. We will provide accommodations unless doing so would cause an undue hardship for the employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00

• $75,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

horticulture, landcare, or Water Infrastructure maintenance: 2 years (Preferred) vocational education or youth workforce development: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person