Maintenance Crew Chief

Fairfax County Government; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Government’s Park Authority is seeking a skilled supervisor for athletic field and park maintenance. The role leads a crew, inspects daily field prep, performs minor renovations, and ensures safety and compliance across facilities.

The position requires driving and operating county equipment, with some emergency responses and weekend coverage. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in maintenance, construction, or a related field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus two years in maintenance/related field.
• Must meet minimum education/experience as per Fairfax County standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a maintenance or construction crew.
• Inspect projects in progress and upon completion.
• Prepare reports and work orders.
• Training crew in equipment use and safety procedures.
• Respond to emergencies including snow and flooding.
• Coordinate time and materials for daily jobs.

Skills

Hazard awareness

Safety codes knowledge

Computers

Power tools

Reading blueprints/manuals

Oral instruction delivery

Safety topic presentation

Time/material estimation

Interpersonal skills

Document handling (online time/records

Crew leadership

Manual dexterity

Outdoor work in severe weather

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Gas powered equipment

Walk-behind power equipment

Hand-held power equipment

Tractors and loaders

Athletic field equipment

Job description

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine RECenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.
Supervises and participates in the work of an assigned athletic field or park maintenance crew. Inspects and completes maintenance of athletic fields, or other park facilities, such as playgrounds, athletic courts, trails, picnic areas, and other park amenities as needed. Inspects and prepares athletic fields daily, to include making repairs, painting lines, and checking for damage. Maintains park amenities on a routine schedule and responds to unscheduled maintenance issues. Completes special park maintenance and minor renovation projects as directed. Determines and lists materials, tools and equipment needed to complete daily assignments. Uses gas powered equipment, walk-behind and hand-held power equipment. Inspects and operates tractors, loaders, groomers, utility vehicles, all with attachments and other equipment, and hauls equipment and materials. Operates a county-owned assigned truck and trailer. Participates in snow removal and de-icing operations. Informs supervisors of conditions requiring special attention. Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Completes required documentation and daily work reports. Removes trash, debris, and litter from park facilities. Supervises, evaluates, and ensures that staff has been trained in and follows safety requirements for equipment operations and maintenance procedures. Actively leads, presents topics, and participates in shop safety program.
Note: Reports each morning to Area 1, 1929 Pimmit Drive, Falls Church, VA and is dispatched to assigned parks. 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., with overtime required when necessary. Occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work required. Positions are subject to transfer to other maintenance operation locations. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. Position is Emergency Service Personnel.
Candidates are required to submit a complete summary of their relevant experience. We strongly encourage this summary to be comprehensive, as this information will be reviewed to verify qualifications for all candidates and determine compensation for the selectee.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all- inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

• Leads, inspects, and reviews the work of a crew engaged in a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and/or construction activities;
• Inspects projects in progress and upon completion;
• Advises residents of county responsibility and refers them to the proper authority when appropriate;
• Estimates the amount of material to be used on a job;
• Prepares reports;
• Ensures that crew members have been trained in the proper use of equipment;
• Ensures that safety procedures are followed;
• Responds to emergency situations including snow, flooding, and other designated emergencies;
• Monitors and reports complaints;
• In absence of the supervisor, performs duties of dispatching crews, preparing work orders, entering on-line time and attendance reports, preparing accident reports, addressing citizen complaints, etc.;
• May assist in preparing safety tailgate topics for crews and presenting safety topics at meetings;
• Inspects and reviews the work of crews engaged in a variety of maintenance and construction activities;
• Oversees and is engaged in the work of assigned crews;
• Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines;
• Reports and monitors unsafe working conditions;
• Complies with safety competencies.

• Knowledge of common hazards and safety precautions;
• Working knowledge of safety codes;
• Working knowledge of computers;
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials pertinent to the construction and maintenance trades;
• Ability to follow and interpret written instructions, diagrams, location maps, blueprints, and manufacturers' manuals;
• Ability to follow and relay oral instructions to labor crew in performance of work orders;
• Ability to organize and make oral presentations of safety topics and field operating guidelines at tailgate meetings;
• Ability to accurately estimate time and material needs, determine when repair is not economically practical, and perform routine clerical tasks and arithmetical computations;
• Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships;
• Ability to retrieve, modify, and print computer documents on a computer;
• Ability to lead a crew in the performance of their duties;
• Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude;
• Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, and high levels of dust;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED issued by a state department of education; and two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Driver's license (required)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least three years of supervisory experience.
• At least two years of experience with operating hand-held and walk-behind power equipment such as string trimmers, sod cutters, chainsaws, edgers, and leaf/snow blowers.
• At least two years of experience with operating riding equipment such as: skid-steer with attachments, tractor with attachments, and athletic field equipment.
• At least two years of experience with the repair and maintenance of outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, and landscape equipment.
• At least three years of experience in grounds maintenance, construction, or related field.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a Virginia Registered Tech Pesticide Applicator Certificate or Commercial Applicator (categories 3A Ornamental Pest Control, 3B Turf, and/or 6 Right-of Way Pest Control).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to bend, stoop, crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work requires performing tasks in adverse weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and trailer. Ability to operate grounds equipment. Ability to traverse over uneven terrain. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Panel interview; may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.). We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [e-mail]. EEO/AA/TTY.

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