Maintenance and Operations Worker-RFP

Maintenance and Operations Worker-RFP

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610807

Department

PARKS & RECREATION

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

A13

Hiring Salary

$19.41

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Do you enjoy working outside no matter the weather? Can you follow instructions and have a "will do" attitude? Do you enjoy working with a team to provide a safe and beautiful park/grounds environment? If you answered yes to any of the questions, read on and apply today!

Who Are We?

Parks and Recreation (DPR) is a Department of Prince William County. 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, and nearly 200 athletic fields.

About This Role:

This position is responsible for maintaining grounds and amenities. Work is performed in accordance with set procedures and guidelines. Incumbents maintain the grounds at County parks, buildings, and schools. Responsibilities may include turf maintenance, athletic field maintenance, landscape maintenance and park amenity maintenance. This position may occasionally require the operation of County vehicles to transport tools, materials, and personnel to various worksites.

Minimum Requirements:

8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.

Preferences: The successful candidate will have…

• Experience working with a team.
• Experience working outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.
• Experience working a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Experience in grounds maintenance work.
• Experience operating mowing equipment.
• Experience in maintaining park amenities and landscapes.

Special Requirements:

• Requires a valid drivers license
• Requires the passing of a pre-employment physical examination
• Must pass background check
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Work Schedule:

This is a 7-day per week operation. The typical workday is 7.5 hours, Monday-Friday with some rotating weekend requirements. Schedule is generally 7am-3pm with slight variations for start and stop times.

Hiring Salary:

$19.41/hour

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. Click here PSLF for additional information.

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 for the class description.

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 requires a minimum education of 8th grade. Please select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.

• Some college or higher
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Completion of 9th-12th grade
• Completion of 8th grade
• None of the above

03

Please quantify your years of experience in grounds maintenance work.

• 5 years or more of experience
• 3 to 4 years of experience
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• No Experience

04

Which types of mowing equipment do you have experience operating? (Please check all that apply)

• Weed Eater
• Push mower
• Self-propelled walk behind mower
• Zero turn mower
• Multiple deck mower
• None of the above.

05

Which Park amenities do you have experience in maintaining? Please check all that apply.

• Trash removal
• Basketball courts
• Tennis courts
• Volleyball courts
• Picnic shelters
• Restrooms
• Culverts and ditchlines
• None of the above

06

Which landscape maintenance practices do you have experience in performing? (Please check all that apply)

• Mulching
• Weed control
• Pruning
• Pest control
• Planting and installation
• None of the above

07

Please quantify your years of experience working outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.

• 10 or more years of experience
• 6-9 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

08

Please quantify your years of experience working in a team environment.

• 6-9 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

09

This position requires a valid drivers license and is subject to driving eligibility as defined by PWC Risk Managements Driver Eligibility criteria: To be eligible to operate either personal or County-owned vehicles on County business, an individual must have 10 or fewer demerits (points) under the Virginia state penalty system. If licensed in a State other than Virginia, violations are assessed based on the Virginia DMV demerit point system. Do you meet the driving eligibility requirements?

• Yes, I have a valid drivers license and 10 or fewer demerits
• No, I do not have a valid drivers license and/or I have 11 or more demerits

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