Park and Mowing Maintenance Crew Chief (Maintenance Crew Chief)

Job Announcement

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking Maintenance Crew Chief 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.

Supervises and participates in the work of an assigned athletic field or park maintenance crew. Inspects and completes maintenance of athletic fields, or other park facilities, such as playgrounds, athletic courts, trails, picnic areas, and other park amenities as needed. Inspects and prepares athletic fields daily, to include making repairs, painting lines, and checking for damage. Maintains park amenities on a routine schedule and responds to unscheduled maintenance issues. Completes special park maintenance and minor renovation projects as directed. Determines and lists materials, tools and equipment needed to complete daily assignments. Uses gas powered equipment, walk-behind and hand-held power equipment. Inspects and operates tractors, loaders, groomers, utility vehicles, all with attachments and other equipment, and hauls equipment and materials. Operates a county-owned assigned truck and trailer. Participates in snow removal and de-icing operations. Informs supervisors of conditions requiring special attention. Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Completes required documentation and daily work reports. Removes trash, debris, and litter from park facilities. Supervises, evaluates, and ensures that staff has been trained in and follows safety requirements for equipment operations and maintenance procedures. Actively leads, presents topics, and participates in shop safety program.

Note : Reports each morning to Area 4, 10405 Burke Lake Road, and is dispatched to assigned parks. 40-hour work week, 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. Position is Emergency Service Personnel.

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 description.)

• Leads, inspects, and reviews the work of a crew engaged in a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and / or construction activities;
• Inspects projects in progress and upon completion;
• Contacts county residents regarding complaints and other issues;
• Advises residents of county responsibility and refers them to the proper authority when appropriate;
• Estimates the amount of material to be used on a job;
• Prepares reports;
• Ensures that crew members have been trained in the proper use of equipment;
• Ensures that safety procedures are followed;
• Responds to emergency situations including snow, flooding, and other designated emergencies;
• Monitors and reports complaints;
• In absence of the supervisor, performs duties of dispatching crews, preparing work orders, entering on-line time and attendance reports, preparing accident reports, addressing citizen complaints, etc.;
• May assist in preparing safety tailgate topics for crews and presenting safety topics at meetings;
• Inspects and reviews the work of crews engaged in a variety of maintenance and construction activities;
• Oversees and is engaged in the work of assigned crews;
• 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.)

Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices;

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED issued by a state department of education; and two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

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 and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to bend, twist, turn, stand, sit, and stoop. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly, and work in variable weather conditions performing physical labor. Ability to operate grounds equipment. Ability to traverse uneven ground.

Ability to operate motor vehicle and trailer. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE :

Panel interview; may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian / Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for 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. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO / AA / TTY.

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