Do you possess experience supervising employees that are responsible for slope mowing ditches, swales and right of way clearing for aquatic and other various roadside grounds maintenance activities?  We have your next career move!!

This position will supervise multiple crews within Vegetation Management for and roadside maintenance.  Supervisors in this role make decisions concerning appropriate use of equipment and are responsible for maintaining a safe work area. Principal duties common to the positions require a significant amount of administration, coordination, and support functions and are performed with discretion and independent judgment. Computer work, entering daily city works data, which include daily performance reports, is required. The field work includes but is not limited to site inspections, .  Employees in this class lead and direct others in vegetation maintenance activities.  Duties required utilize more advanced technical skills and more significant activities than positions classified to lower-level Crew Chief position(s).

This Public Works Operation Supervisor - Landscape and Grounds Maintenance position is located at: 4550 126th Avenue North Clearwater, Florida 33762; Work Schedule:  The work hours may change depending on the time of year.  During the Summer months the working hours are Monday-Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  During the winter (Shorter Daylight) hours are Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.  

What Will You Do

• Supervise multiple crews within a unit to coordinate maintenance and operations for efficiency.

• Oversee product selection and use, and ensuring safe use of equipment and chemicals.

• Educate the public and answer work request by providing verbal and written information about nuisance vegetation.

• Effectively communicate directives and instructions with team members.

• Train personnel in the proper work and safety methods, as well as in the proper and safe use of supplies, materials, tools, equipment, chemicals, etc.

• Perform related work as assigned or required.

What Do You Need

Experience:  Vegetation management experience that includes lead worker, supervision, or supervisory training.

• High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED) and 3+ years of experience as described above; or

• Completion of a 2-year vocational or technical trades school  program with a diploma or certification in vegetation management and 1+ years of experience as described above.

• Associate's degree and 1+ years experience as described above.

• Bachelor's degree and some experiences as described above.

• An equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation a a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) driving report.  Once hired,  the candidate must attain a State of Florida CDL "B" with a airbrake endorsement within 6 month of your hiring date.  

• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

• Possession a Florida Public Applicators License with the categories for Aquatic Pest Control and Right-of-Way.

• Possession of a Florida Public Health Pest Control License or willing to able to obtain within 1 year of hire.

Highly Desirable

• Hazwopper certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of aquatic and roadside weed control principles and techniques including the proper use, calibration and general maintenance of spray equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to accurately identify common native and exotic/invasive aquatic and terrestrial plants.
• Knowledge of herbicides used in weed control operations.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public in a courteous, confident and tactful manner when coordinating work and in responding to inquiries.
• Ability to deliver meaningful and informational presentations about aquatic and roadside vegetation control to various groups as requested.
• Ability to accurately evaluate the work, abilities and attitudes of subordinates and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to work outdoors.
• Ability to lead the work of others is required. Employees use judgment in determining appropriate guidelines to apply to various work situations.
• Ability to work under difficult environmental conditions such as exposure to poisonous plants and animals, and/or work in hot, rainy and /or wet conditions.

 Why Choose Pinellas County?

When you join Pinellas County, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow.
• Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness.
• Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.
• To learn more, see What We Offer

Want to learn more?

Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

Operations Supervisor