Trades Worker - Englewood Sports Complex

Sarasota County Government•Englewood Sports Complex Maintenance, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources team is seeking a Maintenance Technician in support of our Athletic Fields and Facilities. In this role, you'll ensure the fields are in pristine condition for both our residents and visitors. The pay starts at $18.21 (step 1), and we offer both growth and development opportunities for all county employees! Apply today and take the first step in making a lasting impression in our community and sports alike! In this role, you will... Perform general grounds maintenance, repair, and janitorial duties of fields, fencing, common areas, amenities, parking lots, and other areas. Provide polite, friendly, and accurate customer service. Conduct park patrols and general inspections of athletic facilities to ensure the safety of the public. Contribute to the decision-making process on the feasibility of playing on the field, depending on weather and field conditions. Assist with set-up and clean-up of facilities for practices, games, tournaments, and events. Ensure proper maintenance, watering, mowing, edging, trimming, and painting of athletic grounds. Exercise a high degree of initiative and decision-making to ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or its equivalent.
One-year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in the care and maintenance of parks, landscapes, athletic fields, or other similar grounds.
Possession of a valid Florida Class E License, or higher Commercial Driver’s License at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of methods and techniques, of prepping and maintaining athletic field turf and adjunct facilities.
General operation and maintenance of machines, power equipment, and hand tools.
Operates mowers and other types of field maintenance equipment.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions.

Responsibilities

Perform general grounds maintenance, repair, and janitorial duties of fields, fencing, common areas, amenities, parking lots, and other areas.
Provide polite, friendly, and accurate customer service.
Conduct park patrols and general inspections of athletic facilities to ensure the safety of the public.
Contribute to the decision-making process on the feasibility of playing on the field, depending on weather and field conditions.
Assist with set-up and clean-up of facilities for practices, games, tournaments, and events.
Ensure proper maintenance, watering, mowing, edging, trimming, and painting of athletic grounds.
Exercise a high degree of initiative and decision-making to ensure customer satisfaction.