Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Crew Leader
- Athletic Maintenance
- Full time Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department
PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division
PR&T MAINT/ATHL
Requisition Number 2026518 Number of hours worked per week 40 +
Work Schedule Schedule:
Monday-Sunday, including days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
Routine Hours:
7:00 AM
- 3:30 PM (subject to operational requirements). Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA {Various Locations} Position Driving Requirement R
- Routine Pay Grade GE08 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $55,854 / annually Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience Job Description Do you have knowledge of Athletic fields and equipment maintenance?
Are you great at leading and inspiring employees? If you answered yes to these questions, apply NOW ! The Athletic Maintenance Division of Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism has an opening for Crew Leader. The City is seeking a motivated and experienced Crew Leader to oversee and participate in the daily work of groundskeeping and equipment operator crews. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of City athletic fields, parks, school grounds, and municipal facilities. The Crew Leader is responsible for assigning and reviewing work, providing hands-on support, and ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in line with the City's Customer Care Standards.
What You'll Do:
Lead and Supervise Crews :
Assign daily work, monitor progress, and ensure staff have the proper tools and equipment. Train and coach team members, assist with scheduling, performance evaluations, and employee relations. May also supervise inmate work crews.
Grounds & Facility Maintenance :
Participate in and oversee a wide range of maintenance tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, landscaping, fertilizing, pruning, mulching, grading, paving, drainage, and general construction. Clean and stock restrooms, remove trash and debris, and support facility upkeep.
Operate Equipment :
Safely use and maintain heavy and specialized equipment such as tractors, graders, dump trucks, backhoes, snowplows, mowers, trailers, and utility vehicles, along with a variety of power and hand tools. Perform routine maintenance on equipment and report deficiencies promptly.
Event & Logistical Support :
Prepare and maintain athletic fields and facilities for programs, special events, and City-sponsored functions. Oversee set-up and breakdown of fields, bleachers, barricades, and other equipment, and manage post-event cleanup.
Safety & Inspections :
Conduct regular inspections of turf areas, facilities, restrooms, parking lots, and parks to identify and resolve safety issues. Ensure compliance with all safety policies, laws, and best practices.
Administrative Tasks :
Maintain records, logs, and work orders; track materials, equipment, and supply usage; support purchasing, budgeting, and contract monitoring. Assist with contractor oversight to ensure work meets specifications and standards.
Customer Service & Public Interaction :
Respond to inquiries and concerns from citizens, contractors, and City staff in person, by phone, and electronically. Provide helpful, respectful, and professional service to a diverse community.
Professional Development :
Attend meetings, trainings, and seminars to stay current on best practices, safety requirements, and new techniques. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
: Requires high school diploma or
GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards . A Class A Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ) is required at the time of hire. Special skills or equipment certification may also be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Ability to read and understand drawings and simple to complicated plans in the maintenance of facilities. Basic computer skills and ability to write, read and use a calculator. Have at least two years of supervisor experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, horticulture, facilities maintenance or other related field. Customer service experience. Knowledge of standard operations and best practices for general grounds keeping athletic field preparations, landscaping, repair work and maintenance. Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 11/07/2026 Job Close Date 11/19/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to
Applicants Drug Screening:
MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of and/or outside of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy
- Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly. Physical Demands C = Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
- Never occurs. Standing Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting 50
- 100 lbs Carrying Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting 50
- 100 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50
- 100 lbs Reaching Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Vision Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Talking Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Commercial Mowers, trimmers, Tractors w/various implements/ Loaders, carpentry and various hand tools, power tools, vehicle, bucket lift, auger, dump truck, gas operated blower, Standard office equipment. Ability to drive and operate a wide variety of trucks and heavy equipment. Ability to safely use all equipment and power tools. Protective Equipment Required All PPE Required for equipment in use, hearing and eye protection, steal toe work boots. Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity W = Several Times Per Week Darkness or Poor Lighting W = Several Times Per Week Primary Work Location Outdoors, Vehicle Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
- Never occurs. Time Pressures Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Incumbent must be able to work independently Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4