Park Maintenance Lead — Fields & Facilities

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

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.