Athletic Field Maintenance Crew Chief (Maintenance Crew Chief)

Fairfax County•Chantilly (Ch13), VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Field Maintenance Crew Chief supervises and participates in the work of an assigned athletic field or park maintenance crew. The position inspects and maintains athletic fields and other park facilities and amenities, including playgrounds, athletic courts, trails, and picnic areas. It prepares athletic fields daily, performs repairs, paints lines, checks for damage, and maintains park amenities on a routine schedule while responding to unscheduled maintenance issues. The role also completes special maintenance and minor renovation projects as directed. The Crew Chief determines materials, tools, and equipment needed for assignments; operates and inspects a variety of powered equipment and vehicles; and maintains tools and equipment in good working order. The position completes documentation and daily work reports, removes trash and debris, and participates in snow removal and de-icing. It ensures crew members receive safety training and follow equipment and maintenance safety requirements, and leads and participates in shop safety activities. The position reports to the Flatlick Maintenance Shop at 4501 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Chantilly, Virginia 20151, and is dispatched to assigned parks. The work schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with overtime when necessary and occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work. Positions may be transferred to other maintenance operation locations. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function. This is an Emergency Service Personnel position.

Requirements

High school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
At least two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field.
Driver’s license.
Knowledge of common hazards, safety precautions, and safety codes.
Working knowledge of computers.
Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials pertinent to construction and maintenance trades.
Ability to follow and interpret written instructions, diagrams, location maps, blueprints, and manufacturers’ manuals.
Ability to follow and relay oral instructions to a labor crew.
Ability to organize and present safety topics and field operating guidelines at tailgate meetings.
Ability to estimate time and material needs, assess whether repairs are economically practical, and perform routine clerical tasks and arithmetic computations.
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships and lead a crew.
Ability to retrieve, modify, and print computer documents.
Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work outdoors with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, and high levels of dust; perform medium to heavy labor; and comply with safety practices.
Ability to bend, twist, turn, stand, sit, and stoop; regularly lift 50 pounds; work in variable weather while performing physical labor; operate grounds equipment, a motor vehicle, and a trailer; and traverse uneven ground.
Completion of a criminal background check, child protective registry check, and driving record check to the employer’s satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of supervisory experience.
At least two years of experience operating hand-held and walk-behind power equipment such as string trimmers, sod cutters, chainsaws, edgers, and leaf or snow blowers.
At least two years of experience operating riding equipment such as skid-steers with attachments, tractors with attachments, and athletic field equipment.
At least two years of experience repairing and maintaining outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, and landscape equipment.
At least three years of experience in grounds maintenance, construction, or a related field.
Bilingual ability in English and another language.

Responsibilities

Supervise, lead, inspect, and participate in the work of an assigned maintenance crew.
Inspect, prepare, repair, and maintain athletic fields and other park facilities and amenities.
Paint field lines and check fields for damage.
Complete special park maintenance and minor renovation projects as directed.
Determine and list the materials, tools, and equipment needed for daily assignments; estimate material and time needs.
Operate and inspect powered equipment, tractors, loaders, groomers, utility vehicles, and assigned trucks and trailers.
Haul equipment and materials.
Participate in snow removal, de-icing, and responses to designated emergencies.
Inform supervisors of conditions requiring special attention and monitor and report complaints or unsafe conditions.
Maintain tools and equipment in good working order.
Complete required documentation, reports, and routine clerical tasks.
Remove trash, debris, and litter from park facilities.
Train and ensure crew members follow equipment-operation, maintenance, and safety requirements.
Lead, prepare, present, and participate in safety topics and shop safety programs.
In the supervisor’s absence, perform duties such as dispatching crews, preparing work orders, entering time and attendance reports, preparing accident reports, and addressing citizen complaints.