Senior Maintenance Worker

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 will be under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent, and supports the daily maintenance, repair, and operation of golf course grounds, facilities, equipment, and irrigation systems at Laurel Hill Golf Course. Operates and maintains golf course equipment; performing routine grounds, turf, facility, and irrigation system maintenance; inspecting equipment for safe and proper operation; assisting with preventive maintenance and repairs; maintaining inventories of tools, chemicals, and irrigation parts; completing required documentation and reports; and notifies the superintendent of conditions requiring additional attention. Also operates and troubleshoots automated irrigation systems, including sprinkler heads, valves, and controllers, and performs semi-skilled and unskilled labor as assigned.

The position is located at Laurel Hill Golf Course, 8701 Laurel Crest Dr, Laurel Hill, VA 22079, and works a Monday through Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Overtime may be required as operational needs dictate, with occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work. A valid driver's license is required to operate county vehicles and equipment. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

(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.)

• Performs various semi-skilled tasks, to include specialized concrete and asphalt work (e.g., setting forms, finishing, etc.);

• General maintenance and repair of machinery;

• Constructs culverts and catch basins;

• Adjusts manholes to proper height;

• Inspects and approves work of Maintenance Workers;

• Provides guidance and training to Maintenance Workers;

• Assists customers using the homeowner's disposal facilities;

• Ensures that all white goods are properly processed prior to recycling;

• Assists with spill cleanup, onsite at the disposal facility as well as throughout the county;

• Coordinates various activities associated with repair and maintenance projects (e.g., paving, repairing sanitary sewer lines, rodding, and pressure cleaning operations);

• 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;

• 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.

(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 concrete, asphalt, masonry and carpentry work.

• Basic knowledge of storm sewers;

• Knowledge of single axle dump truck, trailer, utility bucket truck, snow plow, spreader, tank truck, water truck and pickup truck;

• 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.

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.

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, child protective services registry check, and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least two years performing maintenance activities on a golf course.
• Ability to operate hand-held, walk-behind and riding grounds maintenance equipment such as string trimmers, sod cutters, chainsaws, and utility tractors with implements.
• Knowledge of maintenance of irrigation systems.
• At least two years of experience with the repair and maintenance of outdoor equipment, spray tanks, reel and rotary mowers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand for extended periods. Ability to wear respirator and other safety equipment. Bending and stooping; ability to mount/dismount various grounds care equipment; lifting up to 50 pounds. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and 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.govEEO/AA/TTY.

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