Maintenance and Operations Crew Chief (Grounds)

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.

• 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

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/or 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.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
 TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

Knowledge (some combination of the following):

• Applicable local codes and ordinances
• Storm water infrastructure and basic drainage
• Material Safety Data Sheets
• Forecasting and planning
• Safety rules and regulations

 
Skills (some combination of the following):

• 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 (some combination of the following):

• 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.

Salary : $51,667 - $62,400