ATHLETIC FIELD TECHNICIAN

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB:

To perform turf maintenance, equipment operations and other tasks related to the preparation and maintenance of city athletic fields; coordinate and conduct work required to maintain athletic fields at Sports Complex and preventive maintenance of facilities including restrooms and concession stands and applicable equipment. Supports the Crew Leader in managing the day to day activities with the overall upkeep and maintenance of sports fields, as well as additional facilities in the parks system, including pavilions, tennis/basketball courts and city pools.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to Park and Recreation Director and Crew Leader.
• This is a non-supervisory position.
• Works closely with other City employees and the general public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; there is potential for accommodation.

• Perform the more complex manual labor tasks related to the maintenance of the City's recreational and athletic facilities including mowing, edging, top dressing, mound and plate repair, and daily infield surface preparation.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as assigned; inspect equipment before and after use.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to athletic field maintenance, including but not limited to; fertilizer and chemical applications, operating reel and rotary type mowers, trimmers, tractors, field groomers, paint sprayers, aerifiers, sweepers, and irrigation repair.
• Dealing with suppliers; ordering materials or supplies as directed by the Crew Leader or Parks Superintendent.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, vehicles as appropriate.
• Perform related duties including maintenance and upkeep of additional parks facilities, specifically city pools, pavilions and courts, and additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Good communication skills and a desire to learn the trade with an eye for detail.
• City and departmental policies and regulations related to safety.
• Grounds maintenance and construction equipment and machinery.
• Youth athletic rules and regulations.
• Proper techniques, safety procedures, and uses of a variety of hand, power and mechanized equipment.
• Swimming pool maintenance and basic water chemistry, or willingness to learn.
• Irrigation, herbicide application, turf maintenance.

Ability to:

• Perform strenuous manual labor tasks; lift and carry loads up to 100 lbs.
• Perform manual labor tasks in all types of weather conditions.
• Perform basic light equipment maintenance tasks.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Work in a team environment and/or work independently and be able to lead and supervise.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three years’ experience in sports field care, maintenance, landscaping or related field desirable.
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Have the desire to work in the sports turf industry;
• Basic knowledge of swimming pools and water chemistry preferred but not required

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid Texas driver’s license
• TDA licensed applicator certification or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months.
• CPO or AFO certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Salary : $19 - $28