Senior Park Maintenance Technician

County of Roanoke Virginia•Roanoke, VA

About The Position

Senior Park Maintenance Technicians work alongside and train Parks Maintenance Technicians in the daily maintenance, repair, and improvement of Roanoke County parks, athletic fields, and facilities. The position combines hands-on maintenance with lead-worker responsibilities, including assisting the Parks Manager with daily work direction, coaching staff, and promoting safe work practices consistent with County policies, best management practices, and industry standards. Duties may include routine mowing, landscaping, athletic field maintenance, minor facility and equipment repairs, event support, park patrol, cleaning, storm debris removal, and other work supporting department initiatives. The position is classified as Essential Personnel and may require extended shifts, nights, weekends, and work during emergency weather events. The stated required hours are 40. The role is subject to twenty-four-hour on-call and varied shifts as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of experience operating motorized equipment in grounds maintenance, construction, or a related field, or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Class A CDL, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
Fertilizer Applicator certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
First Aid/CPR and forklift certification within one year of employment.
Thorough knowledge of safe operation and servicing of medium/heavy equipment and CDL vehicles used in parks and grounds operations.
Knowledge of traffic and work-zone safety practices applicable to field operations.
Ability to operate equipment, perform minor service and repairs, and troubleshoot routine issues.
Ability to train and coach others and reinforce safe, effective work methods.
Skill in planning, organizing, scheduling, and monitoring assignments in a lead-worker capacity.
Ability to maintain records, complete documentation accurately, and communicate effectively with staff and the public.
Physical ability to perform heavy manual labor and work outdoors in varying conditions.
Ability to estimate equipment and material needs at a basic level for planning or budget input, as assigned.
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search and DMV driving record review with acceptable results.
Must pass a post-offer physical examination.
Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of the job description.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in direct supervision or lead work, quality control, and evaluation of work.
Two years of experience in athletic field maintenance and/or park maintenance operations and equipment.
Two years of experience operating and maintaining special-purpose grounds equipment.

Responsibilities

Lead by example in daily park, trail, athletic field, and facility maintenance, including mowing, landscaping, turf management, trail work, and minor repairs or construction.
Guide, train, mentor, and onboard full-time, part-time, and seasonal staff in work methods, equipment operation, and safe practices.
Support daily work planning by coordinating assignments, monitoring work quality and completion, and communicating progress and issues to the Parks Manager.
Provide direction in the supervisor’s absence when assigned.
Operate medium-to-heavy equipment as needed and ensure its safe use and transport.
Inspect parks, facilities, and equipment; identify hazards and maintenance needs; take corrective action within authority and report issues requiring supervisory action.
Identify urgent or emergency maintenance needs, recommend corrective actions, and help complete repairs in a timely manner.
Assist with emergency response operations, including snow and ice removal and storm or flood cleanup.
Maintain accurate records of work activities, training, equipment use, and required operational or compliance documentation.
Interact professionally with the public, respond to routine questions and concerns, and refer sensitive issues to supervision as appropriate.
Use and maintain tools and equipment according to safety requirements and County procedures, report equipment issues, and support basic upkeep.
Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, training, and work direction as assigned; provide performance input to supervision and lead small crews in the supervisor’s absence when assigned.