Fairfax County
Would you be willing to contribute to environmental preservation and participate in Public Works to serve our Fairfax community?
The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES) is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform critical operational support functions as part of the onsite team responsible for executing solid waste collection services and site grounds monitoring.
DPWES is a diverse, nationally-accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness.
Benefits
Benefits
Retirement
DPWES provides award-winning solid waste collection services for approximately 45,000 homes, operates a transfer station and landfill, regulates solid waste services, and leads sustainability initiatives to promote zero waste goals for Fairfax County. DPWES Solid Waste is a diverse workforce of approximately 300 merit and 50 non-merit employees and has an annual operating budget of more than $100M. Our nationally recognized team of professionals are working together towards a singular goal: providing environmentally responsible and cost-effective management of municipal solid waste, keeping Fairfax County safe, green, healthy, and clean.
This position is assigned at the DPWES I-95 Landfill, 9850 Furnace Road, Lorton, Virginia.
Key Responsibilities
Performs a variety of routine, manual labor tasks and operates light motorized equipment
Tasks include however not limited to disposal of/brush recycling operations, litter control, traffic control and general maintenance of site, equipment and facility
Reports for duty promptly in proper uniform and physical condition and be ready to work any assigned task
Operate a motor vehicle in the performance of duties and to drive to/from construction sites, offsite meetings, training and/or conferences
Follow instructions from supervisory personnel and communicate any problems to a supervisor. Utilize the communication systems (cell phones, radios, etc.) in accordance with county policies
Operate a two-way radio system in accordance with the regulations of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC)
Must maintain good customer/employee/supervisor relations
Provides information to customers in a helpful, courteous, efficient manner
Ensures a safe work environment for county staff and complex customers
Engages in safety working practices and complies with Solid Waste safety programs and guidelines
Complies with the DPWES Safety Competencies
Maintain the standards of the county, including safety, and personnel policies and procedures
Adheres to the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES) guiding principles
Perform other duties as assigned
Emergency Service Requirements This position is designed as Emergency Service Personnel. Employees in this position must fulfill emergency service duties and comply with Solid Waste and DPWES safety program and guidelines. The appointee to this position will be required to be available twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week (24/7) to respond to snow, flooding, and other designated emergencies on an as-needed basis. 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.
Additional Duties
Collects and/or disposes of refuse, yard debris, recyclables, and other solid waste materials
Assists customers at homeowner's disposal facility
Assists with spill cleanup and traffic control onsite at the disposal facility as well as throughout the county
Clears sidewalks of ice and snow
Cleans facilities, to include removing trash and litter
Loads and unloads trucks
Moves furniture, heavy equipment, and materials
Performs routine building maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing light bulbs, moving and making minor repairs to furniture)
Repairs and maintains walkways, gutters, and downspouts
Applies pesticides, fertilizer and other chemicals under supervision of a certified pest applicator
Maintains and repairs grounds and turf (i.e., reconditioning, vegetation control, and repairs)
Repairs irrigation systems (i.e., sprinklers, valves, and pipes)
Performs various landscaping tasks, to include propagating beds, edging, mulching, and planting
Performs minor building and/or equipment repair and/or maintenance
Operates tractors and mowers, chain saws, or cutoff saws
Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines
Reports unsafe working conditions
Complies with safety competencies
Technical Knowledge
Working knowledge of small equipment to include weed eater, push mower, power tamper, chain saw, concrete saw and gas generator
Basic knowledge of air compressors and pneumatic tools
Knowledge of and the ability to use and perform basic scheduled maintenance on various types of hand tools, machinery, etc.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices
Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
Ability to operate various types of motor vehicles
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc.
Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor
Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices
Ability to maintain effective relationships with customers, employees and supervisors
Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade.
Certificates and Licenses Required A valid driver's license.
Necessary Special Requirements The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and a pre-employment physical examination to the satisfaction of the employer.
Preferred Qualifications
One year experience in manual labor work
Some experience in residential refuse, yard waste, and recycling collection procedures and routes
Two-three years working outside various weather conditions
Two years or more providing customer service
Experience in traffic control
Experience with snow removal equipment
Some knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations
One year experience in landscaping and lawn equipment operation
Physical Requirements Ability to lift 25 lbs. without assistance and 25 to 50 lbs. with or without assistance. Ability to operate a vehicle. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for lengthy periods of time. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and temperatures. Manual strength and physical dexterity needed in the performance of labor type tasks. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Selection Procedure Panel interview and may include exercise.
EEO Statement 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.
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). We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Contact: DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES) is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform critical operational support functions as part of the onsite team responsible for executing solid waste collection services and site grounds monitoring.
DPWES is a diverse, nationally-accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness.
Benefits
Benefits
Retirement
DPWES provides award-winning solid waste collection services for approximately 45,000 homes, operates a transfer station and landfill, regulates solid waste services, and leads sustainability initiatives to promote zero waste goals for Fairfax County. DPWES Solid Waste is a diverse workforce of approximately 300 merit and 50 non-merit employees and has an annual operating budget of more than $100M. Our nationally recognized team of professionals are working together towards a singular goal: providing environmentally responsible and cost-effective management of municipal solid waste, keeping Fairfax County safe, green, healthy, and clean.
This position is assigned at the DPWES I-95 Landfill, 9850 Furnace Road, Lorton, Virginia.
Key Responsibilities
Performs a variety of routine, manual labor tasks and operates light motorized equipment
Tasks include however not limited to disposal of/brush recycling operations, litter control, traffic control and general maintenance of site, equipment and facility
Reports for duty promptly in proper uniform and physical condition and be ready to work any assigned task
Operate a motor vehicle in the performance of duties and to drive to/from construction sites, offsite meetings, training and/or conferences
Follow instructions from supervisory personnel and communicate any problems to a supervisor. Utilize the communication systems (cell phones, radios, etc.) in accordance with county policies
Operate a two-way radio system in accordance with the regulations of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC)
Must maintain good customer/employee/supervisor relations
Provides information to customers in a helpful, courteous, efficient manner
Ensures a safe work environment for county staff and complex customers
Engages in safety working practices and complies with Solid Waste safety programs and guidelines
Complies with the DPWES Safety Competencies
Maintain the standards of the county, including safety, and personnel policies and procedures
Adheres to the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES) guiding principles
Perform other duties as assigned
Emergency Service Requirements This position is designed as Emergency Service Personnel. Employees in this position must fulfill emergency service duties and comply with Solid Waste and DPWES safety program and guidelines. The appointee to this position will be required to be available twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week (24/7) to respond to snow, flooding, and other designated emergencies on an as-needed basis. 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.
Additional Duties
Collects and/or disposes of refuse, yard debris, recyclables, and other solid waste materials
Assists customers at homeowner's disposal facility
Assists with spill cleanup and traffic control onsite at the disposal facility as well as throughout the county
Clears sidewalks of ice and snow
Cleans facilities, to include removing trash and litter
Loads and unloads trucks
Moves furniture, heavy equipment, and materials
Performs routine building maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing light bulbs, moving and making minor repairs to furniture)
Repairs and maintains walkways, gutters, and downspouts
Applies pesticides, fertilizer and other chemicals under supervision of a certified pest applicator
Maintains and repairs grounds and turf (i.e., reconditioning, vegetation control, and repairs)
Repairs irrigation systems (i.e., sprinklers, valves, and pipes)
Performs various landscaping tasks, to include propagating beds, edging, mulching, and planting
Performs minor building and/or equipment repair and/or maintenance
Operates tractors and mowers, chain saws, or cutoff saws
Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines
Reports unsafe working conditions
Complies with safety competencies
Technical Knowledge
Working knowledge of small equipment to include weed eater, push mower, power tamper, chain saw, concrete saw and gas generator
Basic knowledge of air compressors and pneumatic tools
Knowledge of and the ability to use and perform basic scheduled maintenance on various types of hand tools, machinery, etc.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices
Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
Ability to operate various types of motor vehicles
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc.
Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor
Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices
Ability to maintain effective relationships with customers, employees and supervisors
Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade.
Certificates and Licenses Required A valid driver's license.
Necessary Special Requirements The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and a pre-employment physical examination to the satisfaction of the employer.
Preferred Qualifications
One year experience in manual labor work
Some experience in residential refuse, yard waste, and recycling collection procedures and routes
Two-three years working outside various weather conditions
Two years or more providing customer service
Experience in traffic control
Experience with snow removal equipment
Some knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations
One year experience in landscaping and lawn equipment operation
Physical Requirements Ability to lift 25 lbs. without assistance and 25 to 50 lbs. with or without assistance. Ability to operate a vehicle. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for lengthy periods of time. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and temperatures. Manual strength and physical dexterity needed in the performance of labor type tasks. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Selection Procedure Panel interview and may include exercise.
EEO Statement 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.
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). We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Contact: DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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