Fairfax County, VA
Salary :
$75,474.26 - $125,790.50 Annually Location :
ALEXANDRIA (LN29), VA Job Type:
FT Hourly W BN Job Number:
25-00918 Department:
Facilities Management Opening Date:
08/02/2025 Closing Date:
8/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S26 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
*This is a reannouncement. Applicants who wish to revise their original application are encouraged to reapply with a revised application. Otherwise, all applicants who previously applied this role #25-00918 do not need to reapply to be considered.
This position is considered a working supervisor responsible for supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating assigned trades personnel. Leads, manages, and directs maintenance personnel, including scheduling, assigning tasks and priorities, providing supervision and clear direction, and reviewing work progress and completion. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Supervision of staff to include direct report skilled tradesmen/tradeswomen in various trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance. Uses a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to drive teams' performance, organize, assign, prioritize, track, record, complete, and review tasks, and provide reports to the team and supervisor. Manages and is directly accountable for effective and efficient day-to-day operations, operational budget and financial management, procurement, and administration. Oversees the maintenance, energy efficiency, sustainability, and workforce for multiple commercial properties' assigned campus and zone(s) to include critical public service facilities. Oversees and is responsible for assigned properties' inspection, maintenance, repair, and physical condition. Implements a preventive maintenance program to ensure building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Responsible for the effective daily leadership of maintenance personnel and overall communication. Day-to-today activities include supervising and leading a team of trades personnel in performing their duties, site visits, building assessments, performing maintenance tasks, quality control, assignment and tracking of daily work orders, and handling the day-to-day operational paperwork. Must be able to work with and communicate with upper-level management. Duties are performed at any Facilities Management Department locations, and the position works under the general direction and supervision of a facilities manager and the division director of Operations and Maintenance.
Note:
Incumbent is considered emergency essential. Flexible working schedule is required as well as overtime, call-back, and on-call. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education; plus completion of a four year apprentice-level vocational training program in HVAC and/or electrical systems; or four years of journey level experience in HVAC and/or electrical systems; Plus four years of progressively more responsible journey level work with a minimum of two years in the oversight and/or operation of HVAC and/or electrical equipment, including three years in a supervisory role. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: 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 pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least three years of formal supervisory experience directly and formally accountable for supervising, leading, evaluating, and training a team of 7 plus direct report commercial building sub-systems trades staff to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance in the operations and maintenance of a portfolio of critical service buildings at multiple separate and independent locations. Buildings to include low-rise and high-rise structures. Three or more years directly and formally accountable for supervising the operations and maintenance budget of building subsystems (HVAC, electrical, envelope, and general building maintenance) for a portfolio of critical commercial buildings over 400,000 sq ft. Strong communication and organization skills, both written and verbal. Five years of experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial/industrial HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and building envelope systems Proven excellent customer service and communication skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Good dexterity for hands on work. Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, balance, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Must be able to climb up 12 ft step ladders and extension ladders, fixed wall and roof mount ladders, and cage ladders up to 45 ft as well as climb stairs and scaffolding for low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise buildings of various heights and distances as determined by the tallest building in FMD inventory/portfolio. Must be able to lift and carry items weighing 75 lbs with assistance. Must be able to work in varying and extreme outside weather conditions for extended periods of time. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally required to lift/move 50+ pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% 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. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. #LI-JY1 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 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:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions 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
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 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
Have you completed a four-year apprentice-level vocational training program in HVAC and/or electrical systems?
Yes No
04
How many years of full-time equivalent journey level experience in HVAC and/or electrical systems do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four years or more
05
How many years of progressively more responsible journey-level work experience do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four or more years
06
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in the oversight and/or operation of HVAC and/or electrical 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 or more years
07
How many years of full-time equivalent supervisory or management experience do you have?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four or more years
08
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
Yes No
09
How many years of full-time equivalent formal supervisory experience do you have being directly and formally accountable for supervising, leading, evaluating, and training a team of direct report commercial building sub-systems trades staff to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance in the operations and maintenance of a portfolio of critical service buildings at multiple separate and independent locations?
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
10
How many commercial building HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and trades staff have you been formally and directly responsible and accountable for supervising in a single employment position?
None 1-3 staff 4-6 staff 7-10 staff 10 staff or more
11
How many years of full-time equivalent do you have managing operating and maintenance budgets for over 400,000 sq feet of commercial buildings to include requesting and approving purchases as well as, overall budget accountability?
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
12
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have troubleshooting and repairing commercial/industrial HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and building envelope systems?
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
13
This position is considered essential during inclement weather and other declared emergencies. Flexible working schedule is required as well as overtime, call-back and on-call. Are you willing and able to work under these conditions?
Yes No
14
The physical requirements of the position include, but are not limited to, the ability to bend, stoop, crawl, work in tiring positions, climb various ladder types and heights, work in varying weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, etc.), lift up to 75lbs with assistance, etc. Are you willing and able to perform these physical duties with or without reasonable accommodation?
Yes No
Required Question
$75,474.26 - $125,790.50 Annually Location :
ALEXANDRIA (LN29), VA Job Type:
FT Hourly W BN Job Number:
25-00918 Department:
Facilities Management Opening Date:
08/02/2025 Closing Date:
8/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S26 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
*This is a reannouncement. Applicants who wish to revise their original application are encouraged to reapply with a revised application. Otherwise, all applicants who previously applied this role #25-00918 do not need to reapply to be considered.
This position is considered a working supervisor responsible for supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating assigned trades personnel. Leads, manages, and directs maintenance personnel, including scheduling, assigning tasks and priorities, providing supervision and clear direction, and reviewing work progress and completion. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Supervision of staff to include direct report skilled tradesmen/tradeswomen in various trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance. Uses a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to drive teams' performance, organize, assign, prioritize, track, record, complete, and review tasks, and provide reports to the team and supervisor. Manages and is directly accountable for effective and efficient day-to-day operations, operational budget and financial management, procurement, and administration. Oversees the maintenance, energy efficiency, sustainability, and workforce for multiple commercial properties' assigned campus and zone(s) to include critical public service facilities. Oversees and is responsible for assigned properties' inspection, maintenance, repair, and physical condition. Implements a preventive maintenance program to ensure building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Responsible for the effective daily leadership of maintenance personnel and overall communication. Day-to-today activities include supervising and leading a team of trades personnel in performing their duties, site visits, building assessments, performing maintenance tasks, quality control, assignment and tracking of daily work orders, and handling the day-to-day operational paperwork. Must be able to work with and communicate with upper-level management. Duties are performed at any Facilities Management Department locations, and the position works under the general direction and supervision of a facilities manager and the division director of Operations and Maintenance.
Note:
Incumbent is considered emergency essential. Flexible working schedule is required as well as overtime, call-back, and on-call. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education; plus completion of a four year apprentice-level vocational training program in HVAC and/or electrical systems; or four years of journey level experience in HVAC and/or electrical systems; Plus four years of progressively more responsible journey level work with a minimum of two years in the oversight and/or operation of HVAC and/or electrical equipment, including three years in a supervisory role. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: 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 pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least three years of formal supervisory experience directly and formally accountable for supervising, leading, evaluating, and training a team of 7 plus direct report commercial building sub-systems trades staff to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance in the operations and maintenance of a portfolio of critical service buildings at multiple separate and independent locations. Buildings to include low-rise and high-rise structures. Three or more years directly and formally accountable for supervising the operations and maintenance budget of building subsystems (HVAC, electrical, envelope, and general building maintenance) for a portfolio of critical commercial buildings over 400,000 sq ft. Strong communication and organization skills, both written and verbal. Five years of experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial/industrial HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and building envelope systems Proven excellent customer service and communication skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Good dexterity for hands on work. Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, balance, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Must be able to climb up 12 ft step ladders and extension ladders, fixed wall and roof mount ladders, and cage ladders up to 45 ft as well as climb stairs and scaffolding for low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise buildings of various heights and distances as determined by the tallest building in FMD inventory/portfolio. Must be able to lift and carry items weighing 75 lbs with assistance. Must be able to work in varying and extreme outside weather conditions for extended periods of time. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally required to lift/move 50+ pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% 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. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. #LI-JY1 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 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:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions 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
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 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
Have you completed a four-year apprentice-level vocational training program in HVAC and/or electrical systems?
Yes No
04
How many years of full-time equivalent journey level experience in HVAC and/or electrical systems do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four years or more
05
How many years of progressively more responsible journey-level work experience do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four or more years
06
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in the oversight and/or operation of HVAC and/or electrical 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 or more years
07
How many years of full-time equivalent supervisory or management experience do you have?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four or more years
08
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
Yes No
09
How many years of full-time equivalent formal supervisory experience do you have being directly and formally accountable for supervising, leading, evaluating, and training a team of direct report commercial building sub-systems trades staff to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance in the operations and maintenance of a portfolio of critical service buildings at multiple separate and independent locations?
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
10
How many commercial building HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and trades staff have you been formally and directly responsible and accountable for supervising in a single employment position?
None 1-3 staff 4-6 staff 7-10 staff 10 staff or more
11
How many years of full-time equivalent do you have managing operating and maintenance budgets for over 400,000 sq feet of commercial buildings to include requesting and approving purchases as well as, overall budget accountability?
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
12
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have troubleshooting and repairing commercial/industrial HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and building envelope systems?
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
13
This position is considered essential during inclement weather and other declared emergencies. Flexible working schedule is required as well as overtime, call-back and on-call. Are you willing and able to work under these conditions?
Yes No
14
The physical requirements of the position include, but are not limited to, the ability to bend, stoop, crawl, work in tiring positions, climb various ladder types and heights, work in varying weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, etc.), lift up to 75lbs with assistance, etc. Are you willing and able to perform these physical duties with or without reasonable accommodation?
Yes No
Required Question