Groundskeeping, Maintenance Services
FAIRFAX STATION (FM02), VA
Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! 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 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.
This position reports directly to the Superintendent. General duties include that of mowing, watering, fertilizing, applying pesticides, fixing irrigation issues, and various other cultural practices within the environment. This position will report to work at Burke Lake Golf Course but may work at any of the other parks within the Managed Parks section as needed. Under the direction of the Superintendent, this position maintains the grounds turf and facilities of a golf course and applies pesticides, fertilizers and other grounds and turf management materials on site. Additionally, the position plants and prunes trees and shrubs on site; completes various landscape tasks including propagating beds, edging, mulching, and planting materials on site; reconstructs, edges, and fills sand traps on golf course. The position sets up golf course for play including changing holes, rotating tee markers, servicing water cooler and ball washers, and removing trash; manually irrigates turf and ornamentals on site. Operates various golf course grounds maintenance and mowing equipment and specialized turf management equipment.
Candidates are required to submit a complete summary of their relevant experience. We strongly encourage this summary to be comprehensive, as this information will be reviewed to verify qualifications for all candidates and determine compensation for the selectee.Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Agency: Park Authority
Location: BURKE LAKE PARK & GOLF COURSE, 7315 OX RD, FAIRFAX STATION (FM02)