Maintenance Worker I Athletic Fields

Recreate a better life with a career in the field of Parks & Recreation!

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance I Athletic Fields position is responsible for maintaining athletic fields park grounds and recreational facilities to provide safe attractive and game-ready spaces for the community. The Maintenance Worker I Athletic Field is responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Maintains athletic fields including lining and grooming of fields fences dugouts goals infields bases and nets
• Field preparation and maintenance including mowing trimming edging and dragging athletic fields to ensure they are game-ready
• Measure and lay out field markings for various sports such as soccer baseball and football according to official specifications
• Perform turf care and repair including seeding fertilizing and applying topdressing to maintain optimal playing conditions
• Conduct routine safety inspections of athletic fields bleachers and surrounding areas to ensure a safe environment for users
• Performs general preventive maintenance and repair
• Needs to be familiar with heavy equipment operation
• Removes garbage and disposes of properly
• Performs all seasonal work assignments (e.g. snow removal salting ice rink maintenance etc.)
• Performs set-up and tear-down for programs and special events
• Maintains all tools equipment and machinery as necessary
• Routinely inspects park furnishings and landscaping (walkways parking lots picnic tables bleachers grills benches backstops etc.). Identifies and repairs or reports any failures or hazards

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• A valid IL Drivers License is required.
• Illinois turf pesticide applicators license preferred. Must obtain First Aid CPR and AED Certification upon hire.

SCHEDULING

This is a full-time year-round hourly (non-exempt) position working Tuesday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is subject to change with seasonal requirements. Additional availability required for overtime special events and weather-related duties. The target hiring range is $25.64-$27.88 depending on qualifications. The full pay range is $25.64-$34.61.

BENEFITS WE OFFER

In exchange for your time and talent we offer a generous benefit package including:

• Medical Coverage PPO or HMO
• Prescription Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Reimbursement Program
• Life Insurance (basic & voluntary)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)
• Pension / Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)
• 457 Plan / Defined Contribution Plan
• ROTH IRA & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays Personal Days Vacation Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefit