Maintenance Worker

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country as a part of the Managed Parks' maintenance team. With more than 23,000 acres of parkland, nine recreation centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting growth-oriented organization with many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level. Successful applicants will report to work at Burke Lake Park 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 maintenance, mows grass areas within parks and other county properties as directed, and drives a county vehicle as operational needs require to complete job tasks or review the work site. This position will require you to work some weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. Key Responsibilities 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, including 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, including 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 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 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 with 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. 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. Preferred Qualifications Experience with riding mowers, push mowers, power tools grounds maintenance equipment, power/hand, tractor operation, towing trailers Custodial experience and grounds maintenance. Physical Requirements Ability to work in variable weather conditions while performing physical labor. Ability to bend, twist, turn, stand, sit and stoop. Ability to climb on and off equipment. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to operate motor vehicle and trailer. Ability to operate grounds equipment. Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time. Ability to traverse uneven ground. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. View email address on click.appcast.io EEO/AA/TTY. #J-18808-Ljbffr