Athletic Field Specialist - Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources

Sarasota County Government•Colonial Park, PA

34d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

In this role you will be responsible for... Environmental Spray: Execute the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM), troubleshooting chemical deficiencies and applying proper corrective solution of chemicals according to set standards When dealing with continuous or predictable pests, you will need to take the appropriate preventative measures to control plant damage Oversee and participate in the preparation and application of a variety of fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and other pest and disease eradication and control chemicals as necessary Manage the handling, storage, and application of fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides in use General Maintenance/Upkeep of athletic fields and adjunct facilities: Provide polite, friendly, and accurate customer service Offer technical guidance/training to other Skilled Trades Workers and Trade Workers Conduct parks patrols and general inspections of athletic facilities to ensure the safety of the public Reporting potential safety hazards or maintenance issues to supervisor for follow up as necessary Perform skilled and specialized tasks in the maintenance and upkeep of athletic fields and adjunct facilities Paint and mark fields, set bases and pitching mounds under applicable rules and specified dimensions Exercise a high degree of expertise, initiative and independent decision making to ensure customer satisfaction Renovation: On occasion operate special equipment in the maintenance, repair and renovation of athletic facilities including, but not limited to: Versa Vacs, Top Dressers, Drum Rollers, Sod Cutters, Aerators, etc.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent education
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible athletic field experience -OR- Five (5) years park and recreation maintenance operation experience
Ability to obtain a Florida GI-BMP license at the time of hire
Ability to obtain an Ornamental and Turf Applicators License within nine (9) months from the time of hire (Paid for by the county!)
State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class “A” or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from the time of hire (Paid for by the county!)
Valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire
May occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds
Must be fit tested for a respirator
Subject to Passing Substance Screening

Nice To Haves

Specialized training and/or certification in irrigation, herbicide, and pesticide application and/or turf management
Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in park, landscape, athletic field, irrigation, chemical spray, and construction activities
Familiarity in operating special equipment in the maintenance, repair and renovation of athletic facilities including but not limited to: Versa Vac, Top Dresser, Drum Roller, Sod Cutter, Aerator, Boom Sprayer, Tractor, etc.
Ability to perform semi-skilled carpentry, masonry, painting, plumbing, and landscaping tasks
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions

Responsibilities

Execute the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM), troubleshooting chemical deficiencies and applying proper corrective solution of chemicals according to set standards
Take the appropriate preventative measures to control plant damage
Oversee and participate in the preparation and application of a variety of fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and other pest and disease eradication and control chemicals as necessary
Manage the handling, storage, and application of fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides in use
Provide polite, friendly, and accurate customer service
Offer technical guidance/training to other Skilled Trades Workers and Trade Workers
Conduct parks patrols and general inspections of athletic facilities to ensure the safety of the public
Reporting potential safety hazards or maintenance issues to supervisor for follow up as necessary
Perform skilled and specialized tasks in the maintenance and upkeep of athletic fields and adjunct facilities
Paint and mark fields, set bases and pitching mounds under applicable rules and specified dimensions
Operate special equipment in the maintenance, repair and renovation of athletic facilities including, but not limited to: Versa Vacs, Top Dressers, Drum Rollers, Sod Cutters, Aerators, etc.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations
11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service

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