Athletic Field Maintenance Worker

City Of Wheeling; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

City Of Wheeling is seeking a part-time Athletic Field Maintenance Worker for Turf Field. Responsibilities include maintaining athletic fields, ensuring safe conditions for players, and operating heavy park equipment. Candidates must be 18+, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

The role demands physical stamina as you'll lift heavy equipment and work outdoors. A flexible schedule is required for nights and weekends. Join us to provide quality service and maintain our community parks!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely maintenance of athletic fields.
• Safely operate park equipment and hand tools.
• Provide customer service to park visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Heavy equipment operation

Multi-tasking

Physical fitness

Tools

Backhoes

Loaders

Skid loaders

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: City of Wheeling - WHEELING, WV 26003

Position: Athletic Field Maintenance Worker for Turf Field (Part Time)

Location: Reporting to the 470 Field Complex, with potential assignments across various fields.

Responsibilities

• Timely maintenance and preparation of game and practice athletic/multipurpose fields to ensure safe conditions for players and spectators.
• Performs building and grounds maintenance and improvements at all athletic field complexes and practice field facilities. Duties include, but not limited to, dragging playing surfaces, mowing, janitorial and trash removal, turf maintenance management, field lighting operation and maintenance, equipment operation and preventive maintenance.
• Safely operates heavy and light park equipment and hand tools to perform functions, including groomer, mower, and weed eater.
• Sets up and tears down for Parks and Recreation special events and activities.
• Performs work in a safe manner, securing work site and following work zone safety rules, wearing safety equipment including glasses, boots, gloves, hearing protection, helmets, and harnesses.
• Provides quality customer service and represents Parks and Recreation in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions; lift, carry, push and pull up to 100 pounds and stand for extended periods; and operate various parks equipment including backhoes, loaders, bobcat, tandem dump truck, brush hog, skid loader, ditch witch, and trenching equipment.
• Provide quality customer service and represent Parks and Recreation in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.
• Must be able to multi-task and be self-motivated.
• Must satisfactorily fulfill all departmental training requirements.
• Adhere to all Wheeling Parks & Rec Dept policies.
• Standing, stooping, and bending for long periods of time.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays and special events.

Additional Information

Basic Function and Responsibilities and Qualifications provided above.