Senior Maintenance Worker

About the role

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) manages more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine RECenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and numerous other facilities. Under general supervision, the Senior Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled maintenance and construction tasks, participates in athletic field or park maintenance crews, and may lead a crew in the absence of the Maintenance Crew Chief. Work includes grounds maintenance, facility repairs, equipment operation, and inspections across parks in the Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Fairfax, and North Springfield areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and construction tasks on park facilities (athletic fields, sport courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, amphitheaters, trails, restrooms, parking lots, signs, fencing)
• Mowing, snow removal, and other grounds maintenance
• Remove litter; perform rough carpentry, light construction, minor repairs, and painting
• Operate tractor/bucket loader with attachments, infield groomers, utility vehicles, mowers, gas-powered equipment (trimmer, blower, chainsaw)
• Inspect and drive trucks with and without trailers to haul equipment and materials
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order
• Complete daily work reports when supervising a crew
• Perform specialized concrete and asphalt work (setting forms, finishing)
• General maintenance and repair of machinery
• Inspect and approve work of Maintenance Workers; provide guidance and training
• Ensure white goods are properly processed prior to recycling
• Lead grass cutting, sodding, seeding, and fertilizing activities
• Lead playground equipment maintenance
• Complete daily and preventive maintenance reports
• Engage in safe working practices; comply with safety programs and guidelines
• Report and monitor unsafe working conditions; comply with safety competencies

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade
• Two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver's license (required)

Necessary Special Requirements

• Criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer
• Driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of athletic field maintenance or parks ground maintenance experience
• Two years of experience operating small-engine riding equipment (tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, battery-operated and hand-held power equipment)
• Ability to perform manual labor

Skills

• Working knowledge of small engine equipment
• Knowledge of single axle dump truck, trailer, utility bucket truck, snow plow, spreader, tank truck, water truck, and pickup truck
• Working knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance, construction, and grounds keeping
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to lead employees, maintain records, and prepare reports
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Manual dexterity
• Basic data entry
• Ability to work outdoors with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high dust levels
• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor
• Ability to comprehend and comply with safety practices
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with customers, employees, and supervisors

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, twist, turn, stand, sit, and stoop
• Ability to climb on and off equipment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to operate grounds equipment
• Ability to operate motor vehicle and trailer
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
• Ability to traverse uneven ground
• Ability to work in variable weather conditions while performing physical labor
• All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations

Schedule

Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This position is designated as emergency service personnel, requiring employees to report to work during inclement weather and other emergencies. Occasional overtime opportunities may be available.

Location

Reports to Area 2 Management at Wakefield Park, 8116 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA 22003; dispatched to various parks throughout Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Fairfax, and North Springfield areas.