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Chief Building Maintenance Section

Salary

$72,125.46 - $120,208.82 Annually

Location

ANNANDALE (HJ09), VA

Job Type

FT Hourly W BN

Job Number

25-02116

Department

Park Authority

Opening Date

11/22/2025

Closing Date

12/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S25

Posting Type

Open to General Public

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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 a Chief Building Maintenance Sect 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 Rec Centers, 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.

Under the direction of the Assistant Supervisor of Facility Support, assists in the planning and directing of the maintenance activities for all Park Authority buildings. Supervises, participates, and administers the work of skilled tradesmen engaged in maintenance services to include work performed by others. Develops specifications and schedules for the maintenance of buildings and their assets. Types of buildings include golf course club houses, historic structures, maintenance shops, visitor centers, equestrian centers, and nature centers. Ability to document by means of memorandum and letters in recognition of employee’s job performance, achievements, behaviors, and other related administrative matters and performs administrative functions in accordance with the requirements of Human Resources. Utilizes a computer in the execution of administrative and other work functions. Updates and utilizes the Asset Information Management System (AIMS).

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.)

+ Assists in planning and directing the maintenance, repair and cleaning of County buildings, grounds and related equipment;

+ Supervises and participates in the work of skilled tradesmen engaged in carpentry, painting, electrical work and other maintenance services;

+ Requisitions materials and equipment;

+ Assists with the inspection of County facilities;

+ Estimates cost of repairs;

+ Assists the director with budget planning;

+ Checks employee timecards and leave records;

+ Acts for the director in all phases of the maintenance operation during absence;

+ Attends meetings and conferences;

+ Prepares reports and correspondence.

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 the methods, practices, tools and materials of the major building trades;

+ Knowledge of administrative procedures;

+ Ability to plan, assign and direct the work of skilled tradesmen;

+ Ability to determine the time and cost estimates of materials and labor;

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and County officials.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to:

High school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education, plus three years of experience in building maintenance and repair.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to coordinate and collaborate with staff, managers and supervisors on the prioritization on the repair effort. Experience supervising employees. Experience monitoring and maintaining inventory of tools, parts and materials to ensure adequate stock levels. Ability to read and interpret manufacturers drawings. Experience overseeing and managing preventative and/or corrective repairs in the most efficient manner to reduce equipment downtime.

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 Services Registry check, and a driver's license check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to walk, negotiate or traverse property sites that may be undergoing construction or having terrain that is not level. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and 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. [email protected] . EEO/AA/TTY.

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