Maintenance and Operations Specialist

Maintenance and Operations Specialist

Salary

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Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610728

Department

PARKS & RECREATION

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

B23

Hiring Salary

$30.86 - $36.31

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Who are we? Parks and Recreation (DPR) is a Department of Prince William County (PWC). We provide a broad range of recreation and leisure services and amenities to meet the changing needs of the Countys growing and diverse population. The Department manages more than 4,000 acres of parkland and recreational facilities including more than 50 parks, two water parks, two fitness & aquatic centers, two community centers, four outdoor pools, three 18-hole golf courses, two marinas, nearly 200 athletic fields, 15 historic sites, and over 50 miles of trails, green-ways and blue-ways.

COME GROW WITH US! We offer a challenging work environment and the potential to learn new trades and skills. We have an awesome team with an excellent work ethic. What are you waiting for? Apply right now!

About This Role:

DPR is looking for a maintenance professional who is excited about performing general maintenance and eager to work in a full-time capacity. We are looking for a candidate with at least 2 years of experience. Our team works on a broad variety of interesting tasks, from county buildings to playgrounds, shelters, decking etc.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related building maintenance experience

Preferences:

• Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing utilities in one or more of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, mechanical or electrical systems and maintenance of County buildings.

• Experience performing general building maintenance in commercial, residential, and/or historic facilities

• Experience in other trades- such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, gas, and building maintenance

• Experience using computers and a computerized maintenance management system

• Experience using a Work Order software

• Experience creating and completing work orders

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience performing a variety of construction-related tasks

• Customer service skills

• Time management skills

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Driver's License.

DPR conducts DMV records checks on all licensed employees and criminal background checks on all hires aged 18 years and older. Fingerprinting may be required.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday- 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Maintenance operations are located at Locust Shade in Triangle, Virginia

Rotating On-Call Schedule (varies). Flexible work schedule.

Hiring Salary Range:

$30.86 - $36.31/hr.

We also offer great benefits, including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please click here: PSLF.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1) Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2) My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the Prince William County application; 3) Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4) If selected, my employment dates will be verified for the past three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02

This position has a minimum education requirement of a high school diploma/GED. Please select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.

• Associates degree or higher
• High School or GED
• None of the above

03

This position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience in building maintenance. Please quantify your years of experience.

• 5 or more years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 1 year or less of experience
• No experience

04

Please quantify your years of skilled work experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing utilities in one or more of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, mechanical or electrical systems and maintenance of County buildings.

• 5 or more years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

05

General building maintenance experience in commercial, residential, and historic facilities is preferred for this position. Please select all facility types in which you have performed general building maintenance. Select all that apply:

• Commercial facilities
• Residential facilities
• Historic facilities
• None of the above

06

What trade(s) do you have experience in? Please select all trades that apply:

• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Plumbing
• Gas
• Building Maintenance
• None of the above

07

Please quantify your experience using computers and a computerized maintenance management system.

• 5 or more years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

08

Which of the following do you have experience with? Please select all that apply:

• Work order software
• Creating and completing work orders
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Editing and creating PDFs
• None of the above

09

Customer Service is a vital component of our operation. Please select any option(s) below in which you have experience.

• Proactively finding solutions to long-standing customer issues
• Collaborating on suggestions for repairs and/or improvements
• Providing updates on work order status
• Responding to customer concerns via email or phone
• None of the above

10

Select the tasks you have experience performing. Please select all that apply:

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs in facilities including, but not limited to, general building structures, shelters, playgrounds, painting, and decking
• Inspect and repair roofing
• Repairs and maintains doors, hinges, drywall, windows, framing and ceiling tiles
• Provide labor and material estimates on remodel projects
• Coordinate inspections for contractor performed work in renovations and new construction projects
• Repair and build furniture, shelving, cabinets, and other miscellaneous office structures
• Recommend repair needs to potentially eliminate ongoing and future repairs
• Plumbing and pool maintenance
• Winterize facilities (i.e., shelters, restroom, stadiums, etc.)
• None of the above

11

Time management is important in this position. Which statement best describes your experience managing multiple competing priorities while consistently meeting deadlines?

• I have extensive experience independently managing multiple competing priorities and consistently meeting deadlines.
• I have experience managing multiple priorities and generally meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• I have limited experience managing competing priorities or meeting multiple deadlines.
• I have little experience managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• No experience

12

Please list any certifications or trade school experience

13

Are you willing to accept a hiring salary between $30.86 - $36.31/hr. per hour?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers