Senior Maintenance Worker

Fairfax County Government; Fairfax Station (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking a Senior Maintenance Worker to join a top-tier park system serving over 25,000 acres of parkland and multiple facilities. The role focuses on semi-skilled maintenance and construction tasks, leading crew activities, and coordinating equipment transport to parks and fields.

Responsibilities include facility upkeep, field maintenance, safety implementation, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of small engine equipment and safe operation of park maintenance tools.
• Experience with maintenance, construction, and grounds keeping activities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and lead crews when needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and approve work performed by Maintenance Workers.
• Lead a crew in the absence of the Maintenance Crew Chief.
• Transport crew and equipment to work sites and supervise field operations.
• Perform maintenance on athletic fields, courts, playgrounds, trails, and facilities.
• Maintain safety compliance and complete daily reports.

Skills

Small engine equipment knowledge

Vehicle operation & maintenance

Grounds keeping & maintenance

Safety procedures & practices

Basic computer skills

Leadership / supervision

Manual dexterity

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Announcement

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Senior Maintenance Worker to be 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.

Under general supervision, performs various semi-skilled maintenance and/or construction tasks and performs related work as required. Participates in the work of an assigned athletic field or park maintenance crew, performing semi-skilled and unskilled tasks relating to grounds maintenance and facility repairs. May lead a crew in the absence of Maintenance Crew Chief, inspects and approves the work of Maintenance Workers. Performs maintenance on park facilities e.g., athletic fields, sport courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, amphitheaters, trails, restrooms, parking lots, signs, fencing, etc. Duties include mowing, snow removal, and other grounds maintenance tasks. Removes litter and performs rough carpentry, light construction, minor repairs, and painting of facilities, as necessary. Operates a tractor/bucket loader with attachments, infield groomers, utility vehicles, mowers, and other equipment. Uses gas powered equipment such as trimmer, blower, and chainsaw. Inspects and drives a truck with and without a trailer combination to haul equipment and materials. Informs supervisor of conditions requiring special attention. Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Completes daily work reports when supervising a crew. Performs related duties as required.

Note: Reports each morning to Area 4 maintenance shop, 10401 Burke Lake Rd, Fairfax Station VA, and is dispatched to assigned parks. In addition to hauling and equipment operation, this position is part of the overall labor team. 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, 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 encouraged 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.

Illustrative Duties

• Inspects and approves work of Maintenance Workers;
• Provides guidance and training to Maintenance Workers;
• Transports crew and equipment to work site;
• May lead a crew in absence of Maintenance Crew Chief;
• Inspects, and reviews work of a crew engaged in a variety of basic maintenance, construction and grounds keeping activities;
• May Lead grass cutting, sodding, seeding, and fertilizing activities;
• Leads playground equipment maintenance;
• Completes daily and preventive maintenance reports;
• Trains staff;
• Implements safety procedures;
• Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines;
• Reports and monitors unsafe working conditions;
• Complies with safety competencies.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all- inclusive list.

• Working knowledge of small engine equipment;
• Knowledge of single axle dump truck, trailer, utility bucket truck, snowplow, spreader, tank truck, water truck and pickup truck;
• Working knowledge of and the ability to use methods, tools and equipment commonly used in maintenance, construction, and grounds keeping activities;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices;
• Basic knowledge of computers;
• Ability to lead other employees in a variety of activities, maintain records, and prepare reports;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions;
• Ability to perform activities requiring manual dexterity;
• Ability to perform basic data entry;
• Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc.;
• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor;
• Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices;
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with customers, employees, and supervisors.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade; 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, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Combination of Two years of athletic field maintenance or parks ground maintenance experience
• Two years of experience operating various small-engine riding equipment, such as: tractors, mowers, utility vehicles and other park maintenance equipment to include battery-operated and hand-held power equipment.
• Able to perform manual labor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to operate motor vehicle. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and 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]/AA/TTY.

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