Seasonal Trail Crew Technician

Seasonal Trail Crew Technician

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

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.

Final date to receive 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

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