Maintenance Specialist III – Aquatics Maintenance

Description

Application Deadline: 5/31/2023 5:00 PM EST

TO APPLY: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. To view the full posting and to apply online, click here. 

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $17.01 and $25.49 an hour ($35,380.80 to $53,019.20 Annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the ‘benefits’ tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS. There are certain provisions that must be met and the portability request must be executed within 18 months of vesting in the City’s Plan. If questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

This position is responsible for all Aquatic Facility Operations, and maintenance to include two (2) indoor facilities and four (4) spray grounds. Performs other duties as assigned. May supervise the work of subordinate staff, which may include voluntary, temporary and benefited staff. Reports to a Maintenance Specialist IV or a Management Specialist I or II.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of experience in a related field.
• Possession of a valid, appropriate driver’s permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.  Must be eligible to operate a City vehicle. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166);
• Certified Pool Operator certifications within 6 months of hire.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Values Diversity at All Levels of its Workforce.

Skills Required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relationships
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Ability to keep records of repair, service, or maintenance operations
• Ability to perform demanding physical work for continued periods
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks
• Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather
• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to assign and supervise the work of others;
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain records;
• Ability to read maps and determine general location of utility lines;
• Ability to use a computer;
• Ability to work independently;
• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to skillfully use the specialized tools and equipment related to the area assigned;
• Thorough knowledge of applicable federal, state and local construction, installation, maintenance and repair requirements;
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work;
• Thorough knowledge of the trade(s) required in the maintenance, installation, repair and/or construction area assigned;