Seasonal Trail Crew Technician

Job Summary/ Objective:

Performs maintenance on County trails. Routinely patrols County park trails and performs responsible semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of trails.

 Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A
 
 Essential Functions:

• Performs routine trail maintenance thru pruning, mowing, clearing, etc.;
• Performs trail construction of new trails along with re-routes and re-alignments of existing trail sections as required;
• Trail sign installation and maintenance;
• Clearing down trees from County trails after storms;
• Routinely monitors County park trails to identify maintenance/safety issues;
• Operates power equipment and a variety of hand tools;
• Provides information and assistance to park users and seeks voluntary compliance with park rules and regulations;
• Collect suggestions and recommendations from trail users;
• Other duties as assigned.

 Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities: 

• Knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment; 
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations; 
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions involved in equipment operation; 
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods occasionally under unfavorable weather conditions.  
• Experience in the operation of automotive equipment and the performance of manual labor; 

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license.

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

• Work frequently requires strenuous physical tasks, including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying items weighing 20 to 50 pounds. 
• Employee is frequently exposed to driving and sitting in a vehicle for extended periods of time; 
• Operation of mowing equipment both riding and walking over rough terrain; 
• Regular walking, biking and all-terrain vehicle operation over difficult terrain; 
• Requires working outside in adverse weather; 
• Flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed; 
• Regular contact with park employees and volunteers; 
• Frequent contact with the public.

Salary:

The hiring range for this position $16.50. Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity.  This is a part time, FLSA non-exempt position.  Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy,  §P-60.

Deadline for Applications:  Applications accepted until position filled.

Remote Work:

This position is not eligible for remote work. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Albemarle County Core Values:

Albemarle County holds its employees to the highest standards in fulfilling the County’s Vision and Mission. We believe in excellence in public service through 

Community:  We expect diversity, equity and inclusion to be integrated into how we live our mission.

Integrity: We value our customers and co-workers by always providing honest and fair treatment.

Innovation: We embrace creativity and positive change.

Stewardship: We honor our role as stewards of the public trust by managing our natural, human, and financial resources respectfully and responsibly.

Learning: We encourage and support lifelong learning and personal and professional growth.