Parks/Facilities Maintenance Leader - CDL (10613, Grade 16)

Posting number: 10613

Department: MC Parks

Division: Southern Region Parks

Job classification: Parks/Facilities Maintenance Leader - CDL

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building & Safety, Building Maintenance, Trades, Parks, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Customer Service, Custodial, Grounds & Landscaping, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Construction Trades

Summary

The Montgomery County Department of Parks—Southern Parks Division is seeking an experienced, proactive, well-organized, and professional Parks/Facilities Maintenance Leader-CDL to oversee the custodial program under the Meadowbrook Maintenance Facility in Chevy Chase, MD.

Under general supervision, leads daily custodial maintenance of park facilities, supervises staff, schedules work, and ensures clean, safe environments. Manages cleaning operations, minor repairs, and event support while maintaining equipment and supplies. Requires strong custodial and leadership skills. The successful candidate must obtain a Class-A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 12 months of hire. The position offers training and growth opportunities. Primarily a day-shift schedule, with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The Southern Parks Division supports both local and regional recreation across some of the most densely populated areas of Montgomery County. The division maintains over 200 parks and operates a large fleet of equipment to keep park facilities, athletic fields, trails, and playgrounds safe, functional, and ready for daily use

About Montgomery Parks

Montgomery Parks is an award-winning park system and part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). Supported by more than 800 dedicated employees, we care for 416 parks, trails, and natural spaces across Montgomery County, with team members working in a wide range of roles, including park operations, public programs, planning, public safety, and administration. Our work is visible in everyday moments, from safe, well-maintained trails to welcoming parks and community programs. Careers with Montgomery Parks offer purpose, stability, and the opportunity to make a visible, lasting impact where people live, work, and connect. Learn moreathttps://www.montgomeryparks.org/

Examples of duties

Custodial & General Maintenance Leadership

• Lead daily custodial operations to maintain clean, safe facilities 
• Schedule work, supervise staff, and ensure sanitation standards 
• Oversee cleaning, minor repairs, and general park support

Equipment & Vehicle Operation

• Operate and maintain custodial equipment and tools 
• Transport supplies using park vehicles; some of which will require a CDL
• Perform seasonal tasks such as snow and leaf removal

Administrative Tasks

• Manage staffing, schedules, and work orders 
• Track activities, supplies, and communications 
• Coordinate services and ensure required training completion

Important Working Characteristics

• Strong leadership and facility maintenance knowledge 
• Effective communication and team management skills 
• Safety-focused, organized, and tech-proficient

Working Conditions

• Primarily works outside. 
• May be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays. 
• Occasionally exposed to weather, dirt, waste, odors, caustic chemicals, pesticides, wildlife and potentially harmful insects (e.g., bees, hornets, wasps) and plants (e.g., poison ivy). 
• Some pressure to meet deadlines. 
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 100 pounds and regularly up to 50 pounds

Additional Information

• CDL required within 12 months 
• Salary based on experience 
• Public sector experience preferred 
• Relevant skills, certifications, and bilingual ability are a plus 
• On-call for emergencies
• Very flexible benefits package

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
2. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in ground maintenance, golf course maintenance, building maintenance or park maintenance.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total five (5) years.
4. Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations.  Driver’s license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee’s ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.   
5. Pass Commission medical examination.
6. Depending upon an assignment, positions in this class may require within 12 months of hire (a) Commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements; (b) obtainment of certifications including:

• Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Pesticide Applicator certification in the categories appropriate to the work assignment; 
• Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Professional Fertilizer Applicator certification; and
• National Playground Safety Institute certification.

Supplemental informationClassification Specification Parks/Facilities Maintenance Leader-CDL

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
 
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.