Culpeper Battlefields State Park, Trades Tech

Trades Technician III

Trades Technician Supervisor

Open Until Filled

State Parks - Culpeper Battlefields State Park

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Hourly Rate: $18.00

Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation! 

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring! Join us in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure.  

Culpeper Battlefields State Park is accepting applications for a Trades Technician Supervisor position. 

Job Summary: 

We are seeking a skilled and self-motivated individual to perform maintenance and repair projects and assist with supervising maintenance operations, including seasonal staff and volunteers. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform and supervise janitorial duties, including cleaning park buildings.
• Perform and supervise facility and grounds maintenance, including but not limited to mowing grass, weed eating, and trash and litter removal.
• Operate equipment such as tractors
• Assist with facility inventory organization and provide accurate information for ordering parts and supplies.
• Assist with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Perform skilled facility repairs (drywall installation, electrical, roof installation/repair), skilled equipment repairs (small engine, diagnostic services/parts ordering), and provide support for trail/volunteer projects, independent project designs, and execution.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Maintenance experience related to the upkeep and repair of park buildings/facilities, grounds, and equipment
• General knowledge of the use and care of common hand tools, landscaping equipment, cleaning supplies, and the ability to organize and perform routine cleaning and maintenance functions.
• Experience with small engine repair, equipment operation, carpentry, and building trades.
• Must be friendly, outgoing, and able to work unsupervised and/or with a team.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Additional Considerations: 

• Previous experience in the following areas: landscaping, trail maintenance, construction, and facility/equipment/vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Experience supervising and training seasonal staff and/or volunteers, including delegating assignments and ensuring task completion
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Special Instructions: 

• Background Check: Employment in all Virginia State Parks positions is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. 
• Employment Eligibility: Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify. 
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business. 
• Work Requirements: Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30. 

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Park/Federal Service are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT 

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts. 

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks. 
• DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts, such as: 
  • Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.  
  • Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night before a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. 
  • Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights.  All reservations require a two-night minimum.  Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount. 

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