ATHLETIC FIELD TECHNICIAN

CITY OF TAYLOR • Taylor, TX

1d • $19 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

To perform turf maintenance, equipment operations and other tasks related to the preparation and maintenance of city athletic fields; coordinate and conduct work required to maintain athletic fields at Sports Complex and preventive maintenance of facilities including restrooms and concession stands and applicable equipment. Supports the Crew Leader in managing the day to day activities with the overall upkeep and maintenance of sports fields, as well as additional facilities in the parks system, including pavilions, tennis/basketball courts and city pools.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Perform strenuous manual labor tasks; lift and carry loads up to 100 lbs.
• Perform manual labor tasks in all types of weather conditions.
• Perform basic light equipment maintenance tasks.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Three years’ experience in sports field care, maintenance, landscaping or related field desirable.
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Have the desire to work in the sports turf industry
• Basic knowledge of swimming pools and water chemistry preferred but not required
• TDA licensed applicator certification or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months.
• CPO or AFO certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform the more complex manual labor tasks related to the maintenance of the City's recreational and athletic facilities including mowing, edging, top dressing, mound and plate repair, and daily infield surface preparation.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as assigned; inspect equipment before and after use.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to athletic field maintenance, including but not limited to; fertilizer and chemical applications, operating reel and rotary type mowers, trimmers, tractors, field groomers, paint sprayers, aerifiers, sweepers, and irrigation repair.
• Dealing with suppliers; ordering materials or supplies as directed by the Crew Leader or Parks Superintendent.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, vehicles as appropriate.
• Perform related duties including maintenance and upkeep of additional parks facilities, specifically city pools, pavilions and courts, and additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED