Maintenance Worker - Recreation and Parks

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Worker – Recreation and Parks

$50,000

(Onsite)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The City of Falls Church, VA is recruiting for a Maintenance Worker in the Recreation and Parks Department.  This is full-time work, including setting up and breaking down of daily classes and events, maintaining the community center to include general daily custodial duties; perform scheduled routine maintenance to include carpet cleaning, floor waxing, etc.  This position will also assist Park crews during snow removal and special events.

Requirements:

• Must report to work in and wear steel-toed safety shoes of an acceptable standard at all times on the job, effective first scheduled workday
• Must be available to work weekends and overtime as well as respond to emergency situations
• Experience in maintenance work preferred, especially in the areas outlined above
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods under all weather conditions, to include extremely hot summer weather as well as perform snow and ice removal during winter.
• Valid Driver’s License in state of residency with a good driving record
• Satisfactory pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check

Hours:  12 PM to 8:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with ability to work weekends, holidays and special events. Adjusted schedule select evenings to cover concerts in the park and movies in the park.

Salary or Salary & Benefits: $50,000 annually plus a $200 safety shoe allowance.  In addition, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, credit union membership, free parking, and more. See for additional information.

How to Apply:

Complete the online application at and upload your cover letter and resume. You must include a copy of your driving record with your application and resume in order to be considered.  You may obtain your driving record from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.   

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace: The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com or View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.