Senior Maintenance Worker

Fairfax County•Reston (Ed03), VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as 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 6 Maintenance Shop, 1410 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna, VA, and is dispatched to assigned parks. In addition to hauling and equipment operation, this position is part of the overall labor team.

Requirements

Completion of the tenth grade.
Two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field.
Driver's license.
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.
Criminal background check and driving record check.

Nice To Haves

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.
Bilingual in English and another language.

Responsibilities

Performs various semi-skilled maintenance and/or construction tasks.
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.
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 various semi-skilled tasks, to include specialized concrete and asphalt work (e.g., setting forms, finishing, etc.).
General maintenance and repair of machinery.
Inspects and approves work of Maintenance Workers.
Provides guidance and training to Maintenance Workers.
Assists with spill cleanup, onsite at the disposal facility as well as throughout the county.
Transports crew and equipment to work site.
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.
Participates in the maintenance of building walks, gutters, catch basins, and retaining walls, as well as concrete and asphalt paving projects.
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.