Athletic Field Maintenance Crew Chief (Maintenance Crew Chief)
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Athletic Field Maintenance Crew Chief (Maintenance Crew Chief)
Salary
$51,856.48 - $86,427.54 Annually
Location
CHANTILLY (CH13), VA
Job Type
FT Hourly W BN
Job Number
25-02198
Department
Park Authority
Opening Date
12/13/2025
Closing Date
12/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade
S18
Posting Type
Open to General Public
Description
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Job Announcement
Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking an Athletic Field Maintenance Crew Chief 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. Supervises and participates in the work of an assigned athletic field maintenance crew. Inspects and completes maintenance of athletic fields, or other park facilities; prepares diamond fields daily, inspecting and making minor repairs on synthetic turf fields, marking fields, checking facilities and site-amenities for damage, and making necessary repairs. Determines and lists materials, tools and equipment needed to complete daily assignments. Uses gas powered equipment. Inspects and operates tractors, loaders, groomers, utility vehicles, all with attachments and other equipment, and hauls equipment and materials. Uses walk-behind and hand-held power equipment. Informs supervisors of conditions requiring special attention. Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Completes required documentation and daily work reports. Removes debris and litter from athletic fields and ancillary facilities. Operates a county-owned assigned truck and trailer. Participates in snow removal and de-icing operations. Supervises, evaluates, and ensures that staff has been trained in and follows safety requirements for equipment operations and maintenance procedures.
Note: Work hours are 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with overtime required when necessary. Occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work required. Positions are subject to transfer to other maintenance operation locations. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. Location: Reports each morning to 4501 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Chantilly, VA (Area 5) and is dispatched to assigned parks.
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 description.)
Leads, inspects, and reviews the work of a crew engaged in a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and/or construction activities;
Inspects projects in progress and upon completion;
Contacts county residents regarding complaints and other issues;
Advises residents of county responsibility and refers them to the proper authority when appropriate;
Estimates the amount of material to be used on a job;
Prepares reports;
Ensures that crew members have been trained in the proper use of equipment;
Ensures that safety procedures are followed;
Responds to emergency situations including snow, flooding, and other designated emergencies;
Monitors and reports complaints;
In absence of the supervisor, performs duties of dispatching crews, preparing work orders, entering on-line time and attendance reports, preparing accident reports, addressing citizen complaints, etc.;
May assist in preparing safety tailgate topics for crews and presenting safety topics at meetings;
Inspects and reviews the work of crews engaged in a variety of maintenance and construction activities;
Oversees and is engaged in the work of assigned crews;
Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines;
Reports and monitors 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.)
Knowledge of common hazards and safety precautions;
Working knowledge of safety codes;
Working knowledge of computers;
Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials pertinent to the construction and maintenance trades;
Ability to follow and interpret written instructions, diagrams, location maps, blueprints, and manufacturers' manuals;
Ability to follow and relay oral instructions to labor crew in performance of work orders;
Ability to organize and make oral presentations of safety topics and field operating guidelines at tailgate meetings;
Ability to accurately estimate time and material needs, determine when repair is not economically practical, and perform routine clerical tasks and arithmetical computations;
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships;
Ability to retrieve, modify, and print computer documents on a computer;
Ability to lead a crew in the performance of their duties;
Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude;
Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, and high levels of dust;
Ability to perform medium to heavy labor;
Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices;
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED issued by a state department of education; and two years of experience in maintenance, construction, or a related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two years of supervisory experience.
At least two years performing maintenance activities on athletic fields.
Ability to operate hand-held, walk-behind and riding grounds maintenance equipment such as string trimmers, sod cutters, and utility tractors with implements.
Knowledge of maintenance of irrigation systems.
At least three years of maintenance, construction or related experience.
Experience with equipment such as skid-steers with attachments, tractor with attachments, and infield conditioners.
Small equipment experience with chainsaws, weed-trimmers, edgers, blowers, sod cutters.
At least three years of experience with the repair and maintenance of outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors and landscape equipment.
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, child protective registry check, driving record check and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to traverse uneven ground. Ability to bend, twist, turn, stand, sit, and stoop. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly, and work in variable weather conditions performing physical labor. Ability to operate grounds equipment. Ability to operate motor vehicle and trailer. 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 (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview) .) 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 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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