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Maintenance and Operations Crew Chief (Grounds)

City of Richmond, Richmond, VA, United States


The City of Richmond

Department of Public Works

is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of

Maintenance and Operations Crew Chief

in the

Grounds Maintenance Division .

The incumbent is responsible for providing oversight of maintenance operations related to planning and implementing grounds maintenance projects. Incumbents must be able to operate all types of heavy equipment and machinery and perform routine maintenance and diagnostics.

The work located for this incumbent will be 1638 Commerce Road Richmond, Va. 23224.

Responsibilities

Planning, supervising, and directing the maintenance, repair, and construction of parks, grounds, and facilities for a variety of assigned areas

Providing oversight of removal of snow and ice from sidewalks and parking areas

Inspecting the work of assigned crew members, providing technical guidance, inspecting completed projects, and submit reports of work completed

Supervising assigned staff, scheduling staff assignments and projects, determining work performance standards, conducting performance evaluations, and providing direction to staff

Providing oversight of vehicle and equipment maintenance

Coordinating assigned functions with other divisions and departments

Recommending project priorities and work methods, requisition of required materials, equipment, and supplies required for completion of projects

Interacting with the public to resolve concerns, answer questions, and provide information regarding grounds maintenance activities

Performing other related duties as assigned

Employees who work in this class are considered essential personnel and may be required to work beyond normal work schedules, during declared emergencies and major weather events, as well as nights, weekend, holidays and on-call.

Minimum Training and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

One (1) year of college or specialized training in area of focus

Two (2) years of equipment operation/driving experience or maintenance experience in the area related to assignment

An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

Licensing, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements

Some assignments may require a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Some assignments may require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license within 30 days of hire

Some assignments may require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

Applicable local codes and ordinances

Material Safety Data Sheets

Forecasting and planning

Safety rules and regulations

Skills

Effective oral/written communication

Operating heavy equipment

Operating hand tools

Mathematical calculations

Computer proficiency including GIS systems

Operating commercial equipment

People Management

Training

Customer Service

Documenting

Making minor repairs on equipment

Abilities

Work autonomously

Self-manage

Communicate with diverse populations

Read maps

Problem solve

Organize

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Environmental Hazards
Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment
Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly stand, walk, push, pull, finger, talk, see, hear and use repetitive motion; frequently feel, grasp, frequently talk and hear; and occasionally balance, stoop, crouch, stand, pull, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to move objects.

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