Job Announcement

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Managed Parks' maintenance team and 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.

Reports to work at Jefferson District Park and Golf course but may work at any of the parks within the Managed Parks section as needed. Under the supervision of the maintenance crew chief (crew leader), the maintenance worker participates in a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks associated with park and golf course maintenance. Mows grass areas within parks and other county properties as directed. Drives a county vehicle as operational needs require to complete job tasks or review the work site. This position will require you to work weekends, some evenings, and holidays as needed.

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.)

• Collects and/or disposes of refuse, yard debris, recyclables, and other solid waste materials;
• Assists customers at homeowner's disposal facility;
• Assists with spill cleanup and traffic control onsite at the disposal facility as well as throughout the county;
• Clears sidewalks of ice and snow;
• Removes, cleans, and replaces manhole covers;
• Inspects and repairs sewer lines and sewer cave ins;
• Assists in the operation of sewer rodding machines;
• Mixes and pours concrete for foundations or other construction repair work;
• Assists pumping station operators in the maintenance and minor repair of equipment;
• Operates various types of trucks (e.g., dump truck, loader, flusher) for transporting equipment, tools, or crews to job sites;
• Reads meters;
• Cleans facilities, to include removing trash and litter;
• Loads and unloads trucks;
• Moves furniture, heavy equipment, and materials;
• Performs routine building maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing light bulbs, moving and making minor repairs to furniture);
• Repairs and maintains walkways, gutters, and downspouts;
• Applies pesticides, fertilizer, and other chemicals under supervision of a certified pest applicator;
• Maintains and repairs grounds and turf (i.e., reconditioning, vegetation control, and repairs);
• Repairs irrigation systems (i.e., sprinklers, valves, and pipes);
• Performs various landscaping tasks, to include propagating beds, edging, mulching, and planting;
• Performs minor building and/or equipment repair and/or maintenance;
• Operates tractors and mowers, chain saws, or cutoff saws;
• Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines;
• Reports 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.)

• Basic knowledge of construction and maintenance of asphalt and concrete;
• Working knowledge of small equipment to include weed eater, push mower, power tamper, chain saw, concrete saw and gas generator;
• Basic knowledge of air compressors and pneumatic tools;
• Knowledge of and the ability to use and perform basic scheduled maintenance on various types of hand tools, machinery, etc.;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices;
• Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude;
• Ability to operate various types of motor vehicles;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions;
• 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with:

• Riding mowers
• Push mowers
• Power tools
• Grounds maintenance equipment, power/hand
• Tractor operation
• Towing trailers
• Custodial operations
• Grounds maintenance

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 to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds unassisted. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% 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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