Maintenance Worker

Davita Inc.; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a part-time Maintenance Worker to assist with park maintenance activities, including landscaping, equipment operation, and facilities upkeep. This role involves physical labor and the ability to work in varied weather conditions, with a pay rate of $15.25 per hour and health benefits offered.

Benefits

Health benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in park maintenance work.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment and various vehicles safely.
• Strength and dexterity for manual labor in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance including mowing and weeding.
• Operate park vehicles and assist with equipment repairs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of park facilities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Landscape maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Small engine equipment

Vehicles with standard transmissions

Job description

The 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. This position is part-time, up to 40 hours per week, with health benefits offered.

Pay Rate: $15.25 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.
• 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.