Maintenance Worker 1 Streets and Grounds

Town of Leesburg • Leesburg, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves responsible skilled and semiskilled maintenance work in the Department of Public Works– Streets Division that can include performing maintenance and repair activities on Town streets, parks and grounds. Work also includes assisting with special community events. Work requires working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Requirements

• HS/GED.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience performing a variety of skilled trades and/or maintenance work.
• Basic knowledge of landscaping tools, equipment and construction skills.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class B or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Certification in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years of specific road maintenance experience including repair and snow removal; experienced with the use of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class A with Tanker and Air Brakes.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance and repair activities on Town streets, parks and grounds.
• Assisting with special community events.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Certification training
• Membership to the Town's full-service recreation center
• Enrollment into the Virginia Retirement System
• Excellent healthcare insurance
• Other fringe benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Affordable health insurance coverage
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System
• An optional 457(b) retirement plan with a Town matching contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• An optional payroll Roth IRA
• Generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED