Sports Field Technician I/II

Highlands Ranch•Highlands Ranch, CO

10d

About The Position

Love working outdoors and keeping sports fields in top shape? Join the Highlands Ranch Metro District as a Sports Field Technician in our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department! In this hands-on role, you’ll help maintain sports fields, tennis and pickleball courts, batting cages, and Halftime Help Stadium, ensuring they’re always game-day ready. Every day brings something new, from turf care to facility upkeep—perfect for someone who loves being active and working with a great team! Park related maintenance including but not limited to maintenance of park infrastructure, various equipment operations, shelter and restroom cleaning, rule enforcement, snow removal, sidewalk sweeping, and assistance with special events. We offer competitive pay based on experience and education, plus the chance to make a real impact in our vibrant community! If you're passionate about outdoor spaces and take pride in keeping them clean, safe, and welcoming for the community, we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be over the age of 18.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Two years’ experience in park maintenance is preferred, or.
Associates degree in a related field plus one year’s experience in a related field.
Three years’ of progressive experience in park services, sports fields, or related areas of emphasis, or.
Associates degree in a related field plus two years’ experience in a related field.
Ability to learn the safe operation of listed tools and equipment, materials, and supplies used in janitorial services as well as the equipment and supplies used to complete minor repairs within 12 months of hire.
Ability to obtain First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens certification within 12 months of hire (District provided).
Must be able to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to effectively communicate with the public; ability to handle stressful situations; ability to make decisions based on established policies and procedures.
Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Effectively communicate in writing and verbally including comprehending, following, and transmitting written and verbal instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other departments, contractors, officials and the public and work with people from diverse backgrounds and points of view as part of a team and working cooperatively with Urban Park Ranger staff.
Represent the District in a professional manner.
Ability to perform the essential duties listed above.
Must be available to work weekends.
Must be available to respond to on-call snow removal duties within 60 minutes of notification.

Responsibilities

Complies with District and industry related safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, park users and the community.
Complies with established safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Always wear appropriate safety equipment including protective headwear, eye and ear protection, safety shoes, gloves, respirators, and breathing apparatus.
Provides safe sports fields for the play of games and practices for a variety of different sports.
Performs custodial work as required and assigned including dumping garbage, inserting can liners, and cleaning and sanitizing restrooms.
Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of park maintenance practices.
Assists with education and enforcement of park rules such as dogs off leash and no motorized vehicles in the parks.
Keeps written and electronic records of work completed.
Lays out sports fields to proper dimensions, weekly painting of natural grass sports fields, erecting and removal of sports equipment and inspection and documentation of condition of sports fields in general.
Prioritizes excellent internal and external customer service.
May serve as a member of various employee committees.
Assist Park Services staff as needed.
Snow removal duties will be assigned during winter months and may include weekend and nighttime hours operating plow trucks and tractors, as well as the use of snow shovels.
Assumes responsibility for routine inspections or PM programs, as assigned.
Manage specific projects, as assigned.
Assists with maintaining the required inventory levels and recommending purchases as needed.
Identifies potential problems and initiates resolution.

Benefits

100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums.
100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums.
100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
Earn 80 hours of vacation per year (120 hours after 5 years).
80 hours of sick leave (renewed each year on work anniversary).
32 hours of annual personal leave.
10 paid 8-hour holidays.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families.
Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement.
Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee.
Pension Plan: 100% contribution employer match.
Optional 457 deferred compensation plan: Up to 6% employer contribution.
Post Employment Health Plan: Employer contributes $10 per month.
Over 1,000 group discounts for employees on everything from legal assistance to cell phone bills to shopping and travel.