Perform installation, maintenance construction and repair of streets, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and storm sewer in the City-right-of-way and City-owned property; Perform masonry and concrete work including; setting forms, ordering material, pouring and finishing concrete for sidewalk, curb and gutter and storm sewer repair; Perform work related to leaf vacuum operations as part of the City’s seasonal leaf collection service; Perform work related to snow and ice removal operations as part of the City’s snow team; May perform some pothole and asphalt work including ordering materials, spreading and compacting material, sealing and finishing; Perform traffic sign repair and replacement; Perform work related to maintaining the storm drain system including; routine cleaning and repair of pipe and structures; Operate trucks, tractors, back-hoe, and other equipment in connection with assigned tasks; Frequent heavy lifting (ability to lift up to 50 pounds); Emergency over time work as required; Performs other tasks as assigned. Requirements to be hired at the Maintenance Worker I level: High school graduate, or equivalent; Experience and ability to perform manual labor outdoors for extended periods in adverse weather conditions; Ability to follow oral instructions and work well with others in a team environment; Finalists will be administered a complete physical examination, including a drug screen as well as a criminal history background check; Requirements to be hired at the Maintenance Worker II level: All requirements listed above; Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B and a good driving record; Special Requirement: This position is considered emergency service personnel; individual selected is required, as a condition of employment, to be available to respond to emergencies.

Maintenance Worker I or II - Department of Public Works

$50,000 - $68,000 (Onsite)

Closing Date: November 30, 2026

About the Positions:

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is recruiting for five (5) full-time Maintenance Workers. These entry-level positions will be filled at either the Maintenance Worker I or Maintenance Worker II level, depending on qualifications. The open positions for this recruitment are on the Streets Crew, the Traffic Crew, and the Stormwater / Sanitary Sewer Crew. All positions are part of the DPW Operations staff based at the Property Yard.

About the Department:

The Department of Public Works is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering City of Falls Church. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services.  

Responsibilities:

• Perform work related to maintaining and repairing the sanitary sewer system, including routine cleaning and repair of pipe and structures.
• Perform installation, maintenance construction and repair of streets, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and storm sewer in the City-right-of-way and City-owned property;
• Perform masonry and concrete work including; setting forms, ordering material, pouring and finishing concrete for sidewalk, curb and gutter and storm sewer repair;
• Perform work related to leaf vacuum operations as part of the City’s seasonal leaf collection service;
• Perform work related to snow and ice removal operations as part of the City’s snow team;
• May perform some pothole and asphalt work including ordering materials, spreading and compacting material, sealing and finishing;
• Perform traffic sign repair and replacement;
• Perform work related to maintaining the storm drain system including; routine cleaning and repair of pipe and structures;
• Operate trucks, tractors, back-hoe, and other equipment in connection with assigned tasks;
• Frequent heavy lifting (ability to lift up to 50 pounds);
• Emergency over time work as required;
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements to be hired at the Maintenance Worker I level:

• High school graduate, or equivalent;
• Experience and ability to perform manual labor outdoors for extended periods in adverse weather conditions;
• Ability to follow oral instructions and work well with others in a team environment;
• Finalists will be administered a complete physical examination, including a drug screen as well as a criminal history background check;

Requirements to be hired at the Maintenance Worker II level:

• All requirements listed above;
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B and a good driving record;

Special Requirement:  This position is considered emergency service personnel; individual selected is required, as a condition of employment, to be available to respond to emergencies.

Salary and Benefits: $50,000 - $68,000 depending on qualifications.The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more.  See www.fallschurchva.gov/benefits for additional information.

Hours:7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, plus overtime emergency hours as required.

To Apply:This position closes on November 30, 2026.  Applications received prior to the deadline will receive priority consideration. Complete the application on ExactHire at www.fallschurchva.gov/jobs. For questions please contact the City of Falls Church, Human Resources: 300 Park Ave., Suite 200W, Falls Church, VA 22046 or email

hrteam@fallschurchva.gov

. 

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:

The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at

HRTeam@fallschurchva.gov

or 703-248-5127.  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.

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