Foreman

Glenview Park District • Glenview, IL

58d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for guiding day-to-day operations of field maintenance for all athletic fields, including turf maintenance, baseball/softball repairs and daily grooming, soccer goal mouth repair, irrigation, field layout, application of fertilizer and herbicides, mowing, outdoor ice rinks and snow removal. Works closely with the Assistant Superintendent to coordinate day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or professional certification in athletics/turf care or related field. Will consider significant and material experience in lieu of formal education.
• At least seven (7) years of relevant experience required in athletic field maintenance.
• Pesticide Applicators License required or ability to obtain within six months.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification(s) and/or active membership in a professional association is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordinate crews in the field
• Conduct thorough park athletic field inspections on a regular basis
• Turf maintenance, including seeding, topdressing, aerating, fertilizing and spraying applications of herbicides and insecticides
• Baseball/softball field daily grooming and repairs, including rebuilding mounds and batters’ boxes, resetting bases, lip removal, dirt leveling, fence repairs and home plate repairs
• Track material usage
• Act as the Supervisor-on-Duty in the absence of the Assistant Superintendent
• Organize a task from start to completion in an efficient and timely manner and keep crew members working effectively at all times
• Communicate matters of importance in a timely manner
• Recommend improvements and efficiencies
• Conduct all work in a safe manner, including using personal protective equipment and safety devices as required; identifies and reports any real or potential safety hazards
• Irrigation troubleshooting and repairs
• Construction, maintenance and repair of outdoor ice rinks
• Seasonal duties (snow removal, salting, etc.)
• Laying out and painting of athletic fields (soccer, lacrosse, football, baseball, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – PPO or HMO
• Dental Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)
• Short-Term Disability Supplemental (Aflac)
• Pension/Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)
• 457 Plan/Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Time Off & Paid Emergency Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Membership Dues Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree