Motor Equipment Operator
Motor Equipment Operator
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08-04-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 48617 - 81028
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
08-04-2025
Job Description
Job Announcement
- * $2500 Hiring Signon Bonus*
Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Motor Equipment Operator to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25000 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.
Applicants must possess a valid class A CDL with air brakes at time of application submission to be eligible. Under general supervision operates special truckmounted equipment or light motorized equipment in a variety of construction and/or maintenance work and performs related work as required. The incumbent is primarily responsible for operating equipment including but not limited to: a tractor/bucket loader with attachments skid loader with attachments mowers and other grounds maintenance equipment. In addition to equipment operation the position is required to haul all CDL required truck and trailer combinations with equipment and materials. In addition to working with a crew this position may be dispatched individually for certain assignments. Completes a variety of tasks associated with mowing and grounds/park maintenance. Completes repairs and maintenance of park facilities playground equipment picnic areas walkways trails fencing signs and other park amenities. Responsible for the mowing and maintenance of parks athletic fields and trails.
Serves as subject matter expert on safety requirements for equipment operation and maintenance procedures. Uses gaspowered equipment including string trimmer chain saw blowers hedgers etc. Inspects and drives a truck and trailer and hauls equipment and material to various job sites. Informs supervisors of conditions requiring special attention. Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Completes required documentation and daily work reports. Note: Reports each morning to Area 6 1410 Hunter Mill Rd. Vienna VA 22182 and is dispatched to assigned parks. In addition to hauling and equipment operation this position is part of the overall labor team. 40hour work week 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. Position is Emergency Service Personnel.
*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 road rollers to compact subgrades subbases shoulder materials and embankment areas;
- Operates singleaxle 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.;
- 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 gasolinepowered 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:- At least two years of experience in maintenance construction or related field
- At least three years of experience in the operation of grounds equipment such as: skidsteer with attachments tractor with attachments and various riding mowers;
- At least two years of experience with small equipment such as: chainsaws weedtrimmers edgers blowers walkbehind mowers;
- At least three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers tractors and landscape equipment.
- Class A CDL (Commercial Drivers License) Combination with Air Brakes;
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:- Drivers License (Required)
- Class A CDL (Commercial Drivers License) Combination with Air Brakes required within 12 months of hire.
- Class A CLP (Commercial Learners Permit) (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 operate grounds maintenance equipment and truck/trailer. Ability to use hand/power tools. 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 38.7 of residents speak a language other than English at home Spanish Asian/Pacific Islander IndoEuropean and others 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. TTY.EEO/AA/TTY.#LISP1
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