Grounds Maintenance Crew Lead

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors and has experience overseeing grounds maintenance activities? Prince William County Public Works, Solid Waste Division is seeking to hire a full-time Grounds Maintenance Crew Lead to work with a team of employees responsible for over 400 acres of grounds at the County Landfill including maintenance of erosion and sediment controls, mowing and clearing, litter collection, and sweeping.

This role offers more than just a job - it's a chance to serve the community and make a positive impact on the environment. Prince William County offers excellent benefits, including paid vacation and sick leave, medical and dental insurance, and retirement plans.

The Grounds Maintenance Crew Lead is assigned to the County Landfill and works primarily in the field under the supervision of the Litter Crew Supervisor or Assistant Superintendent for Operations. This is a working Crew Lead position that plans, oversees, and inspects work, as well as works along with other employees performing general grounds maintenance and litter collection at the County’s solid waste facilities.

The work requires sound and ethical judgment and the ability to read, understand, explain, and conform to laws, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures.

• Oversee and work with a team of employees performing grounds maintenance, litter collection, and other strenuous physical labor in all weather conditions at the County’s solid waste facilities;
• Plan, prioritize, and assign work; provide clear direction to team members; inspect work efforts; and ensure all rules, policies, and operating procedures are followed at all times;
• Promote safety by conducting safety meetings and ensuring safe work practices, including use of personal protective equipment;
• Document work efforts accurately and timely, including daily logs, reports, and vehicle inspections;
• Mentor and train new hires, ensuring their understanding of all applicable policies and standard operating procedures;
• Safely and properly operate and maintain vehicles, trailers, hand tools, power tools, and equipment;
• Engage customers and coworkers respectfully and courteously and maintain composure and tact when faced with difficult people or situations;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2 years of full-time grounds maintenance experience is required.

• The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a minimum of three (3) years of full-time work experience performing outdoor grounds maintenance activities along with supervisory or crew lead experience.
• Minimum 2 years of full-time supervisory or crew lead experience is preferred.
• At least 1 year of work experience dealing directly with the public in a customer service setting is preferred.
• Effective written and spoken standard English communication skills, including the ability to present clear direction and prepare written reports and documents, are preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel is preferred.

• Driving Requirement:
  Having and maintaining a valid driver’s license is a requirement of the position. This job also requires driving a County vehicle.
• Essential Service Requirement:
  This position is an essential employee. Responding to emergencies, inclement weather, and other issues that may impact facility operations before or after regular working hours, including holidays and weekends, is required.
• Personal Protective Equipment Requirement:
  This job is a safety-sensitive position that requires wearing personal protective equipment, which may include but is not…