Trail Systems Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

The Trail Systems Supervisor at the Whitewater Center is responsible for sustaining and developing the trail system. The Whitewater Center conserves and maintains 1,300 acres of land in Charlotte, NC with over 50 miles of developed, mixed-use trails. This is an on-site, full-time, hourly, benefits eligible, position that reports directly to the Facilities Manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of trail maintenance and construction as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
• Schedule, coordinate, supervise, and lead projects and crews.
• Motivate and develop a team of 3-5 employees.
• Support the hiring process and on-boarding of new employees.
• Manage and prioritize assigned work orders.
• Work closely with the Facilities Administrator on a variety of daily and weekly tasks to meet administrative requirements.
• Lead the development of building new segments of mixed-use trail, as well as performing rehabilitation and restoration on existing trail.
• Clean, repair, and construct drainage systems.
• Supervise and help with the installation of log and rock retainer bars and steps.
• Supervise the build and inspection process for bridges and other man-made elements.
• Maintain trail features such as causeways, riprap and rock armor structures, and cribbing trail tread.
• Comply with department and company policies including standards for work quality, safety, and operations.
• Regularly assist the Race Manager and Events Team with the planning, preparation, and execution of trail races and events.
• Assist other teams with projects and assignments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Physical Demands

Benefits

Overview of Department

The Facilities Department is responsible for facility maintenance, water quality, construction, landscaping, and trail development. The department oversees inspections, repairs, maintenance, and safety of the Whitewater Center’s activities and infrastructure.

Working at Whitewater

Whitewater’s mission is rooted in the belief that we all share a genetic code that compels us to play outside and share these experiences with others. This mission is accomplished through promoting access and opportunities to play outside and bring people together. Our approach is simple : Make it compelling and easy to engage with nature and invite others to join.

Legal Disclosures

The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTICE : Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.