Posted: 31-Dec-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: 90000
Salary Details:
Preferred Education:
Internal Number: Mount Sinai Memorial Park
About Us
Mount Sinai, a Jewish non-profit, is a full-service mortuary and cemetery committed to honoring the lives of all those who enter our gates. For over 60 years, we have extended loving kindness to families during difficult times. We have approximately 120 mission-driven employees who are dedicated to the service we provide the community. Nestled in the Hollywood Hills, our park has spectacular views of the city, mountains and surrounding areas including several studios. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. We offer a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest benefits packages in the industry. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Job Title: Assistant Park Superintendent -Full-Time/Exempt
Job Purpose: Overall assistant management of park operations, including grounds maintenance, landscaping and some coordination of construction and planning efforts. Must have a strong knowledge of departmental objectives, policies, and operations to effectively assist in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the park as well as supervising and managing a large crew including two foreman. Will keep accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements as directed by the Superintendent.
The Assistant Park Superintendent works with the park foremen and reports directly to the Superintendent of Parks. This position provides a unique opportunity to build a strong culture within our maintenance team. The successful candidate will be a positive leader, motivator, and will act as a mentor to our team. The ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- A minimum of 4 years of landscape maintenance experience is required
- Must have solid knowledge of plant, tree and grass species
- Minimum of 4 years large park maintenance experience
- Construction experience is a plus
- Experience managing, organizing and leading a large crew
- Training, motivating and supervising staff capable of performing the tasks associated with maintaining the park
- Desire to become a Superintendent
- Strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills are needed
- Maintain a positive, safe, respectful working environment which will be following all city, county, and state regulations
- Assists in staff management and evaluation, employee safety and employee counseling
- Self-starter who leads by example
- Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail
- Irrigation operation, troubleshooting, and supervision of repairs of all components of the irrigation system
- Experience calibrating, and applying, and monitoring chemical and fertilizer applications
- Oversee safe operations, proper maintenance, and care of all equipment required for the maintenance of the park and facility
- Ensuring proper use, cleanliness, and security of maintenance facilities and equipment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge and operational skills in Word and Excel programs a plus
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or equivalent plus AA or Bachelors Degree (preferred)
BENEFITS:
- 12 Holidays per calendar year (average)
- Sick Leave Days (accrual)
- 15 Vacation Days per year (increases with tenure)
- 2 Personal Days - birthday and anniversary of employment
- 10 Jury Duty Days
- 100% Employer Paid Pension Plan 5% of Annual Salary after 1st year
- 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Insurance
- 100% Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – for team members and dependents
- 79% Employer Contribution to: Health – Anthem Blue Cross
- Guardian Dental, Vision
- Voluntary supplemental 403B Retirement Plan
- Voluntary supplemental Life Insurance
- Initial and ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee referral incentive pay - $2,500
- Uniform provided
- Uniform cleaning provided
- Work boot program ($150 towards boot purchase)
- Discounts for movie tickets, amusement parks, travel, hotels, sporting events, shows, etc.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
- Valid California Driver’s License
- Bilingual - English/Spanish
- Experience with Toro irrigation operating system preferred
- Must be able to attain California QAL/QAC within 180-days of employment
- Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs.
- May be required to work in various weather conditions; heat, sun, humidity, rain, wind, cold and fog.