Athletic Maintenance Specialist - Full Time Non-Exempt

Elk Grove Park District•Elk Grove Village, IL

27d•$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.

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.
Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.