Athletic Maintenance Specialist - Full Time Non-Exempt

Elk Grove Park District • Elk Grove Village, IL

29d • $22 - $25

About The Position

Responsible for work related to the set-up, daily and long term maintenance of all district baseball, softball, soccer and football fields, inline rinks, outdoor basketball courts and tennis courts.

Requirements

• Knowledge of baseball, softball, soccer and football field set up and maintenance along with turf maintenance, irrigation, and field lighting.
• Knowledge of, but not limited to, inline rink, basketball court and tennis court maintenance.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently under minimal supervision.
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Illinois Pesticide Operators License within twelve months of the date of hire.
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.
• The above knowledge, skills and abilities may be demonstrated by education or formal training equivalent to a High School Degree plus, two years experience in related positions.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.

Nice To Haves

• Education or formal training beyond high school in athletic field care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of Athletic Maintenance Crew Leader, maintains athletic fields and courts.
• Assists in the upkeep of park district equipment and tools.
• Assists and leads in the training of full and part-time staff when required.
• Inspects and performs preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Operates trucks and special equipment as required after receiving and passing district training on vehicles/equipment.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
• Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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