Grounds Tech-Trails

Prince William County; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS retirement

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Healthcare options

Job summary

Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation is hiring a Grounds Maintenance Skilled Worker for a full-time Grounds Technician role. You will maintain County parks, athletic fields, landscapes and other public spaces, using equipment to keep facilities safe and attractive.

The position requires 1 year of maintenance experience, outdoor work in varying weather, and the ability to collaborate with team members to meet daily needs and standards.

Qualifications

• 8th-grade education and 1 year of Maintenance and Operations experience.
• Experience maintaining turf, athletic fields, landscapes, and parks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, aerate, seed, sod, edge parks and fields.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems and field equipment.
• Prepare and line athletic fields and groom artificial turf.
• Work independently and with a team to keep facilities safe and welcoming.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Mowing and trimming

Irrigation systems maintenance

Athletic field maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

8th-grade education

Tools

Fertilizer Applicator certification

Pesticide Applicator certification

Job description

Introduction: Do you have experience with the maintenance of turf, athletic fields, landscape, and parks? Do you enjoy working outside no matter the weather? Can you work independently? Do you enjoy working with a team to provide a safe and beautiful park/grounds environment? Then we encourage you to apply for this Maintenance and Operations Technician Position.

The Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation has a full-time opportunity for a Grounds Technician. Full-time positions receive a great benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive retirement plan, both vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and 4 personal leave days annually. Full-time positions with Prince William County Government also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more about Student Loan Forgiveness and Federal Student Aid.

Who Are We?

Parks and Recreation (DPR) is a Department of Prince William County. We provide a broad range of recreation and leisure services and amenities to meet the changing needs of the County's growing and diverse population. The Department manages more than 4,000 acres of parkland and recreational facilities, including more than 50 parks, two water parks, two fitness & aquatic centers, two community centers, four outdoor pools, three 18-hole golf courses, two marinas, and nearly 200 athletic fields.

About This Role

As a Grounds Maintenance Skilled Worker, you'll play an essential role in maintaining County parks, buildings, schools, athletic fields, and other public amenities that serve the community. This position performs a variety of skilled grounds-maintenance duties, including turf care, athletic field maintenance, landscape maintenance, and park amenity upkeep. You'll use specialized equipment, tools, and techniques to maintain high-quality grounds while adapting to changing conditions and troubleshooting issues as they arise.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys physical work as much as operating equipment. You'll perform tasks such as mowing, trimming, aerating, seeding, sodding, edging, maintaining and repairing irrigation systems, preparing and lining athletic fields, grooming artificial turf, constructing pitching mounds, and installing field equipment. Working under general supervision, you'll be expected to apply established procedures, exercise sound judgment, provide feedback to supervisors on site conditions, and contribute both independently and as part of a collaborative team to ensure County facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for the public.

Minimum Requirements

8th-grade education and 1 year of Maintenance and Operations experience.

Preferences

• Experience with the maintenance of turf, athletic fields, landscape, and parks.
• Experience working and interacting with and around customers - both internal and external to an agency/organization.
• Experience working outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.
• Experience working a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Special Requirements

• Fertilizer Applicator certification
• Registered Technician Pesticide Applicator certification
• Requires the passing of a pre-employment physical examination
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• May be required to respond to emergencies after normal working hours, as needed

Work Schedule

This is a 7-day per week operation. Typical workday is 7.5 hours, Monday-Friday, with some rotating weekend requirements. The schedule is generally 7 am-3 pm with slight variations for start and stop times.

Hiring Salary Range

$26.63-$31.33

Benefits

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please learn more about Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs. To view the class description in its entirety, please refer to the official job description.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Classification

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees