Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Senior Maintenance Worker to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine RE - Centers, 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. This position participat... more details
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Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Senior Maintenance Worker to be 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.
This position participates in the work of an assigned athletic field crew, performing skilled and unskilled tasks relating to grounds maintenance and facility repairs. May be required to supervise crews. 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. Reports each morning to 10401 Burke Lake Rd. Fairfax Station, VA 22039 - Area 4.
Work hours are 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with overtime required when necessary. Occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work required. Positions are subject to transfer to other maintenance operation locations. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
Provides guidance and training to Maintenance Workers;
Transports crew and equipment to work site;
May lead a crew in absence of Maintenance Crew Chief;
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;
Completes daily and preventive maintenance reports;
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.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Working knowledge of small engine equipment;
Working knowledge of and the ability to use methods, tools and equipment commonly used in maintenance, construction, and grounds keeping activities;
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices;
Basic knowledge of computers;
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.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade; and two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to operate utility vehicles and other equipment to include battery-operated and gas-powered equipment.
Able to perform manual labor.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Driver's license (required)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to operate motor vehicle. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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