Seasonal Trail Crew Technician

Albemarle County; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Albemarle County is seeking a part-time trail maintenance worker to perform routine maintenance, patrol county park trails, and carry out semi-skilled repair work. The role requires operating power equipment and hand tools, and providing park-user assistance.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Virginia driver’s license. The job entails substantial physical tasks, outdoor work in varying weather, and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine trail maintenance through pruning, mowing, clearing, etc.
• Performs trail construction of new trails and re-routes of existing sections.
• Installs and maintains trail signs.
• Clears down trees from trails after storms.
• Monitors trails to identify maintenance and safety issues.
• Operates power equipment and hand tools.
• Provides information and assistance to park users and encourages compliance with park rules.
• Collects suggestions from trail users.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Traffic laws

Manual labor

Automotive equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Virginia driver's license

Job description

Job Summary/ Objective

Performs maintenance on County trails. Routinely patrols County park trails and performs responsible semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of trails.

Department of Parks & Recreation

Non-Exempt, Temporary

Non-Benefits Eligible, Non-VRS Eligible

Job Summary/ Objective

Performs maintenance on County trails. Routinely patrols County park trails and performs responsible semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of trails.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Essential Functions

• Performs routine trail maintenance thru pruning, mowing, clearing, etc.;
• Performs trail construction of new trails along with re-routes and re-alignments of existing trail sections as required;
• Trail sign installation and maintenance;
• Clearing down trees from County trails after storms;
• Routinely monitors County park trails to identify maintenance/safety issues;
• Operates power equipment and a variety of hand tools;
• Provides information and assistance to park users and seeks voluntary compliance with park rules and regulations;
• Collect suggestions and recommendations from trail users;
• Other duties as assigned.

Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment;
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions involved in equipment operation;
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods occasionally under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Experience in the operation of automotive equipment and the performance of manual labor;

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Work frequently requires strenuous physical tasks, including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying items weighing 20 to 50 pounds.
• Employee is frequently exposed to driving and sitting in a vehicle for extended periods of time;
• Operation of mowing equipment both riding and walking over rough terrain;
• Regular walking, biking and all-terrain vehicle operation over difficult terrain;
• Requires working outside in adverse weather;
• Flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed;
• Regular contact with park employees and volunteers;
• Frequent contact with the public.

Salary

The hiring range for this position $16.50. Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. This is a part time, FLSA non-exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy,

• P-60.

Deadline for Applications:

Applications accepted until position filled.

Remote Work

This position is not eligible for remote work. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Albemarle County Core Values

Albemarle County holds its employees to the highest standards in fulfilling the County’s Vision and Mission. We believe in excellence in public service through

Community:

We expect diversity, equity and inclusion to be integrated into how we live our mission.

Integrity:

We value our customers and co-workers by always providing honest and fair treatment.

Innovation:

We embrace creativity and positive change.

Stewardship:

We honor our role as stewards of the public trust by managing our natural, human, and financial resources respectfully and responsibly.

Learning:

We encourage and support lifelong learning and personal and professional growth.