P&R General Maintenance Worker

About the role

The Parks & Recreation General Maintenance Worker performs responsible routine work in the maintenance, repair, and cleaning of buildings in city parks, recreational facilities, schools and/or the Downtown Mall. Work is performed under the general supervision of a P&R General Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Maintains recreation facilities by performing a variety of activities, including but not limited to:
• installing light bulbs, timers, and wiring pumps
• painting signs, buildings inside and out, and bathrooms
• installing pumps and fixing water lines, toilets, and sinks
• concrete pad pouring, and brick installations and removal
• assists in getting pools operational
• some framing and bridge building and maintenance
• Operates city vehicle in the performance of duties; operates and maintains equipment, hand tools, and power tools engaged in routine maintenance and construction projects.
• Completes all work according to maintenance standards and ensures proper care in the use and upkeep of equipment assigned, reporting issues and needs to supervisor.
• Solves simple problems and actively seeks guidance when appropriate.
• May assist in debris and/or snow removal when necessary.
• May be required to work weekends, nights, holidays or to be called back to work in weather or non-weather emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public.

Requirements

• Obtain VDOT Flagger Certification within one year of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain a Virginia driver’s license and acceptable driving record according to city criteria.
• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.
• Preferred: Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED AND some related experience in building or general maintenance.
• At least 2 years of experience in building or general maintenance.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Skills

• General knowledge of the maintenance, repair, construction, and manual tasks of the area assigned.
• General knowledge of the use of common hand tools and specialized power tools required in the work.
• Basic knowledge of occupational hazards and safety requirements of the trade.

Benefits

As of March 28, 2024, this position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities. For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits. The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.