Fairfax County, VA

Salary : $45,474.42 - $75,789.79 Annually

Location : RESTON (ED03), VA

Job Type: FT Hourly W BN

Job Number: 23-03057

Department: Park Authority

Opening Date: 11/18/2023

Closing Date: 12/8/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade: S16

Posting Type: Open to General Public

Job Announcement

This job opportunity is being re-announced. Applicants who previously applied for this job do not need to re-apply.

*$2,500 Sign on Bonus*

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking Motor Equipment Operator 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.

Leads a three-person maintenance crew in the performance of a broad range of semi-skilled maintenance and grounds keeping tasks. Directs the work of a variety of tasks associated with mowing and grounds/park maintenance. Duties include completing minor repairs and maintenance of park facilities, playground equipment, picnic areas, walkways, fencing, signs, and other amenities; and removal of leaves, seeding, placement of sod, and making other minor repairs to turf surfaces. Mows and maintains specifically assigned park open areas and athletic fields. Supervises, evaluates, and ensures that staff has been trained in and follows safety requirements for equipment operation and maintenance procedures. Operates a tractor/bucket loader with attachments, mowers, and other equipment. Uses gas power equipment. Inspects and drives a county truck and trailer, and hauls equipment and materials. Informs supervisors of conditions requiring special attention. Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Completes required documentation and daily work reports. Employee will report to 1410 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna, VA 22182. Works under general supervision.

*Employees must sign an agreement with the hiring department and the Department of Human Resources to stay with the hiring department for a designated period of time.
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.)

• Operates single-axle dump trucks and small trailers in the loading, unloading, and transportation of small motor equipment;
• Operates various small equipment such as tampers, chain saws, concrete saws, etc.;
• Drives a refuse collection truck, overseeing crew members, checking truck for proper operating condition, and making minor repairs;
• Performs maintenance on medium/small equipment and vehicles (such as checking and adding fuel, water, oil and air; checking the brakes and cleaning vehicles);
• May perform a variety of laborer tasks, such as digging, loading, snow shoveling, grass cutting, brush removal, asphalt leveling and raking, lifting, pushing, and other physical work;
• Ensures that appropriate safety procedures are followed when working near equipment;
• Reads and interprets engineering plans for utility location prior to excavation;
• May lead a small crew of laborers;
• Effectively communicates with employees, supervisors and customers;
• 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.)

• Working knowledge of state traffic laws and regulations;
• Working knowledge of general maintenance of light motorized equipment;
• Working knowledge of computers:
• Skill in the operation of gasoline-powered construction, maintenance, or refuse collection equipment;
• Ability to perform light maintenance on this equipment;
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions;
• Ability to read and comprehend maps;
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions;
• Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc.;
• Ability to maintain effective relationship with customers, employees and supervisors;
• Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices;
• Ability to lead the work of others.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to: Completion of the tenth grade; and two years of experience in the operation of medium/light motorized equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-3 years of maintenance, construction or related experience;
• Experience with equipment such as: skid-steers with attachments, tractor with attachments, riding mowers;
• Small equipment experience with chainsaws, weed-trimmers, edgers, blowers, walk-behind mowers;
• 3 or more years of experience with the repair and maintenance of outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors and landscape equipment;
• 2 years of supervisory experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CDL - Class A (VA) (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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift 50 pounds up to 75 pounds with assistance. Ability to use hand/power tools. Ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment and truck/trailer. 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 () 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-###-#### for assistance. TTY 703-###-####. EEO/AA/TTY.

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Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:

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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 10th grade
• 10th to less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02

If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

03

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid Class "A" commercial driver's license (CDL) with tractor trailer and manual transmission endorsements?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) physical card?

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in the operation of medium/light motorized equipment?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

07

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have managing a maintenance crew of 3 or more people?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

08

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in maintenance, construction, and/or a related field?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less in six years
• Six or more years

09

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have operating a Commercial riding lawn mower to perform bulk mowing?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

10

In your previous grounds and facility maintenance positions what was the approximate acreage you were responsible for maintaining?

• Less than one acres
• 1 to less than 5 acres
• 5 to less than 10 acres
• 10 or more acres

11

What type of experience do you have working in equipment maintenance and repairs? Check all that apply.

• Sharpening mower blades
• Changing fluids & filters
• Changing belts & tires
• None of above

12

Please indicate which of the following equipment you have at least 3 years of experience operating. Check all that apply.

• Operating a tractor/bucket loader with attachments
• Operating skid-steers with attachments
• Operating riding commercial lawn mowers
• Operation walk-behind lawn mowers
• Operating leaf blowers
• Operating chainsaws
• Operating weed-strimmer
• Operating edger
• None of the above

13

Please indicate which of the following you have at least 3 years of experience working with. Check all that apply.

• Leading a maintenance crew
• Directing mowing and grounds/ park maintenance
• Completing minor repairs and maintenance of park facilities
• Completing minor repairs and maintenance of playground equipment
• Completing minor repairs and maintenance of walk way
• Completing minor repairs and maintenance of fencing
• Completing minor repairs and maintenance of signs
• Leaf removal
• Installing or repairing sod surface
• None of the above

Required Question

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Fairfax County, VA
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