Athletic Field & Parks Maintenance Technician

Groveland; Groveland (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Groveland invites qualified applicants for the Maintenance Worker I - Athletic Field - Parks. The role focuses on maintaining athletic fields to standards, operating lawn and maintenance tools, and assisting with related building upkeep.

Required are a high school diploma and two years in turf management or related field; Florida driver’s license and license eligibility for turf applications by six months. Work may involve hazardous tools and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Two years of athletic field maintenance or turf management experience.
• Degree/certification in Turf or Sports Field preferred.
• Florida Driver's License required; ability to obtain Ornamental & Turf Applicator License and GI-BMP License within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform athletic field maintenance: mowing, aerating, vertical cutting, top dressing, edging, trimming, weed abatement.
• Assist in general clean-up activities.
• Maintain city buildings; perform minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work; paint buildings, benches and tables.
• Keep basic records: time sheets, work checklists, safety reports, work requests.
• Operate small tools and equipment: mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, floor cleaning machines.
• Process work orders and respond to customer complaints.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Record keeping

Painting & repairs

Irrigation systems

Maintenance techniques

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Turf/Sports Field Management degree or certification

Tools

Mowers

Weed eater

Chainsaw

Floor cleaning machines

Job description

The City of Groveland invites qualified applicants for the Maintenance Worker I - Athletic Field - Parks. The role focuses on maintaining athletic fields to standards, operating lawn and maintenance tools, and assisting with related building upkeep.

Required are a high school diploma and two years in turf management or related field; Florida driver’s license and license eligibility for turf applications by six months. Work may involve hazardous tools and outdoor conditions.