Crew Leader- Athletic Maintenance - Full time

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake, Inc. is seeking a Crew Leader- Athletic Maintenance to oversee daily groundskeeping and equipment operation for City athletic fields, parks, and municipal facilities. This full-time role requires leadership, scheduling, and hands-on maintenance.

The position emphasizes safety, customer service, and collaboration with staff and contractors, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards of safety and appearance.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
• Class A CDL is required at the time of hire.
• Special skills or equipment certification may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily work, supervise crews, train staff, and schedule tasks.
• Maintain athletic fields and facilities, equipment, and grounds.
• Operate tractors, mowers, backhoes, and other heavy equipment safely.
• Oversee setup/breakdown for events and post-event cleanup.
• Inspect safety, enforce policies, and ensure compliance.
• Maintain records, logs, and work orders; assist with purchasing.
• Provide customer service to citizens and staff.
• Assist with contractor oversight to meet specs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Crew Leader- Athletic Maintenance - Full time

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of and/or outside of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position Crew Leader- Athletic Maintenance - Full time

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM

Division

Division PR&T MAINT/ATHL

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026518

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 40 +

Work Schedule

Schedule: Monday–Sunday, including days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
Routine Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (subject to operational requirements).

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA {Various Locations}

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE08

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$55,854 / annually
Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Do you have knowledge of Athletic fields and equipment maintenance? Are you great at leading and inspiring employees? If you answered yes to these questions, apply NOW ! The Athletic Maintenance Division of Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism has an opening for Crew Leader.

The City is seeking a motivated and experienced Crew Leader to oversee and participate in the daily work of groundskeeping and equipment operator crews. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of City athletic fields, parks, school grounds, and municipal facilities. The Crew Leader is responsible for assigning and reviewing work, providing hands‑on support, and ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in line with the City’s Customer Care Standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and Supervise Crews: Assign daily work, monitor progress, and ensure staff have the proper tools and equipment. Train and coach team members, assist with scheduling, performance evaluations, and employee relations. May also supervise inmate work crews.
• Grounds & Facility Maintenance: Participate in and oversee a wide range of maintenance tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, landscaping, fertilizing, pruning, mulching, grading, paving, drainage, and general construction. Clean and stock restrooms, remove trash and debris, and support facility upkeep.
• Operate Equipment: Safely use and maintain heavy and specialized equipment such as tractors, graders, dump trucks, backhoes, snowplows, mowers, trailers, and utility vehicles, along with a variety of power and hand tools. Perform routine maintenance on equipment and report deficiencies promptly.
• Event & Logistical Support: Prepare and maintain athletic fields and facilities for programs, special events, and City-sponsored functions. Oversee set‑up and breakdown of fields, bleachers, barricades, and other equipment, and manage post‑event cleanup.
• Safety & Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of turf areas, facilities restrooms, parking lots, and parks to identify and resolve safety issues. Ensure compliance with all safety policies, laws, and best practices.
• Administrative Tasks: Maintain records, logs, and work orders; track materials, equipment, and supply usage; support purchasing, budgeting, and contract monitoring. Assist with contractor oversight to ensure work meets specifications and standards.
• Customer Service & Public Interaction: Respond to inquiries and concerns from citizens, contractors, and City staff in person, by phone, and electronically. Provide helpful, respectful, and professional service to a diverse community.
• Professional Development: Attend meetings, trainings, and seminars to stay current on best practices, safety requirements, and new techniques.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires high school diploma or GED .

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

• A Class A Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL ) is required at the time of hire.
• Special skills or equipment certification may also be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand drawings and simple to complicated plans in the maintenance of facilities.
• Basic computer skills and ability to write, read and use a calculator.
• Have at least two years of supervisor experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, horticulture, facilities maintenance or other related field.
• Knowledge of standard operations and best practices for general grounds keeping athletic field preparations, landscaping, repair work and maintenance.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/07/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/19/2026

Open Continuous No

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Walking

Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Carrying

Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Crouching

Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling

Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Twisting

Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Climbing

Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing

Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Talking

Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Commercial Mowers, trimmers, Tractors w/various implements/ Loaders, carpentry and various hand tools, power tools, vehicle, bucket lift, auger, dump truck, gas operated blower, Standard office equipment. Ability to drive and operate a wide variety of trucks and heavy equipment. Ability to safely use all equipment and power tools.

Protective Equipment Required

All PPE Required for equipment in use, hearing and eye protection, steal toe work boots.

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards D = Daily

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards S = Seasonally

Explosives

Explosives S = Seasonally

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally

Other

If Other, Description

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust D = Daily

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration D = Daily

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity W = Several Times Per Week

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting W = Several Times Per Week

Primary Work Location

Primary Work Location Outdoors, Vehicle

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0

Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you available to work weekends?
  Yes
  No
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details.
  Yes
  No
• * A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A is required to be considered. Do you meet this requirement?
  Yes
  No