The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a maintenance worker to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With over 425 parks, 23,000 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. Under the supervision of the maintenance crew chief, participates in a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks such as litter and debris removal, snow removal, mowing and string trimming, infield maintenance, synthetic turf maintenance, fence repair, carpentry, painting, grading (drainage improvement), tree trimming, removal of downed trees, irrigation repair, asphalt and masonry repair associated with park maintenance as defined in maintenance duties. The position leads the daily activity of other staff in the absence of the maintenance crew chief and maintains daily logs of work performed, equipment maintenance and other required reports in the absence of the maintenance crew chief. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. Note: this position is Emergency Services personnel and may be required to report to work during extreme inclement weather or other emergencies to fulfill emergency service duties. During unscheduled leave or administrative leave declarations by the County Executive, emergency service personnel are required to report for work.

The position is located at 6901 South Kings Hwy Alexandria, VA 22310.

(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.)

• Clears sidewalks of ice and snow;
• Cleans facilities, to include removing trash and litter;
• Loads and unloads trucks;
• Performs routine building maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing light bulbs, moving and making minor repairs to furniture);
• 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 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.

(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 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience performing maintenance activities to parks using skid-steers with attachments, tractor with attachments, riding mowers, small equipment experience with chainsaws, weed-trimmers, edgers, blowers, and walk-behind mowers.
• Experience with the repair and maintenance of outdoor maintenance equipment, such as mowers, tractors, and landscape equipment.