Maintenance Worker

NOVA Parks; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA Parks in Arlington, VA is seeking a Park Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of manual labor tasks for the upkeep of park grounds, equipment, and facilities. The role involves mowing, landscaping, equipment operation, and basic facility maintenance to ensure safe and inviting park spaces.

Typical duties include plant bed establishment, litter pickup, vehicle operation, and assisting with repairs to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with related maintenance experience.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment safely.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard transmissions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Physical strength to perform heavy manual labor in various weather.
• Willingness to work early/late hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass with push mowers, tractors, and other equipment.
• Perform landscape maintenance including weeding, mulching, edging and raking.
• Operate small engine tools like chain saws, backpack blowers and line trimmers.
• Establish and maintain plant beds, plant flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Clean litter and debris from grounds and facilities.
• Perform basic facility maintenance (repair/paint, fences, lighting).
• Assist with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC maintenance as needed.
• Operate park vehicles ( pickups, ATVs, dump trucks, etc.).
• Clean and organize maintenance shop and restrooms/picnic shelters.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance (oil, filters, parts).
• Sharpen blades/change lines on mowers/edgers and saw chains.
• Prepare and load equipment for use and transport.
• Run errands for parts and supplies.
• Provide visitor information and assist with public inquiries.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor and follow safety rules.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Small engine operation

Vehicle operation

Mechanical aptitude

Public communication

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Education

HS diploma

Job description

The Park Maintenance Worker performs a variety of manual labor jobs with varying degree of skill needed to assist with the maintenance of park grounds, equipment, and facilities.

Pay Rate:

$16.50 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Mow grass using a variety of equipment which may include push mowers, tractors and/or specialized lawn equipment.
• Perform various landscape maintenance to include weeding, mulching edging and raking.
• Operate small engine equipment such as chain saws, backpack blowers and line trimmers.
• Establish plant beds, plant flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and trees, and maintain planted areas.
• Pick up litter and debris.
• Perform facility maintenance such as repairing and staining picnic tables, installing and repairing fences, replacing light bulbs, and preparing for special events.
• Assist with repair and/or maintenance of electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Operate park vehicles which may include pickup trucks, 4-wheel motorcycles, dump trucks and garbage trucks.
• Clean & organize maintenance shop.
• Clean restroom & picnic shelters.
• Assist with routine maintenance/repair of equipment to include changing oil, oil filters, replacing worn parts, and making minor mechanical adjustments.
• Sharpen or replace worn blades on mowers; replace string on line trimmers; sharpen or replace worn chain saw chains.
• Prepare and load equipment & tools for use and/or to transport.
• Run errands to retrieve and/or deliver parts, etc.
• Perform manual labor and related work as required.
• Assist with public relations by handling visitor inquiries, and providing information and assistance.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Park Maintenance Supervisor.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Park Maintenance Supervisor or Supervisor on Duty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be age 18 or over.
• High school diploma with minimum of one year experience in park maintenance work, or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment properly and safely.
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicles with standard transmissions.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to make minor repairs on equipment.
• Knowledge of park maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
• Ability to learn the operation of the facility.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Possession of or ability to obtain valid driver’s license, must maintain safe driving record.
• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.