Light Show Maintenance in Centreville, Virginia at NOVA Parks

The Light Show Maintenance worker performs a variety of manual labor jobs with varying degree of skill needed to assist with the installation, maintenance, and take down of one of NOVA Parks’ holiday light shows.

Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Assist full-time staff to ensure efficient and safe installation and take down of displays and features as directed.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair displays during installation.
• Ensure displays and features are organized and in good condition during take down.
• Work closely with the high tree contractor.
• Turn on and turn off show during operating season.
• Troubleshoot and repair displays and features during operating season.
• Make minor repairs and perform maintenance on basic power grid as needed.
• Assist with public service needs as directed.
• Clean and organize storage areas and work area, dispose of debris, and perform other work area housekeeping duties.
• Assist with tent installation and take down.
• Apply paint/stain on both exterior and interior sites.
• Run errands to deliver or pick up materials.
• Perform manual labor and related work as required.
• Organize and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Operate man lifts and forklift during installation and take down.
• Assist with public relations by handling visitor inquiries, and providing information and assistance.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Park Maintenance Supervisor.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Park Maintenance Supervisor or Supervisor on Duty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be age 18 or over.
• High school diploma with minimum of one year experience in park maintenance work, or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment properly and safely.
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicles with standard transmissions.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders and lifts.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to make minor repairs on equipment.
• Knowledge of park maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
• Ability to learn the operation of the facility.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Possession of or ability to obtain valid driver’s license, must maintain safe driving record.
• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.