Athletic Fields Technician – Full-Time

Sarasota County; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Job summary

Sarasota County is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support athletic fields and facilities at 17th Street Regional Park. The role involves light-to-heavy physical labor, from grounds upkeep to painting and field marking, with a focus on safety and resident service.

The position offers full-time hours (Mon-Fri, 7:00am–3:30pm), a starting pay of $19.51 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package after 60 days of employment, along with development and advancement opportunities within the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in parks/grounds maintenance.
• Valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds maintenance, repairs, and janitorial duties of parks, fields, and facilities.
• Provide polite, friendly, and accurate customer service.
• Conduct park patrols and inspect athletic facilities for public safety.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown for practices, games, and events.
• Maintain athletic fields, paint/mark bases, and prepare playing surfaces per rules.
• Report safety hazards or maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Ensure proper irrigation, mowing, edging, trimming, and painting of grounds.

Skills

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Sarasota County is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support athletic fields and facilities at 17th Street Regional Park. The role involves light-to-heavy physical labor, from grounds upkeep to painting and field marking, with a focus on safety and resident service.

The position offers full-time hours (Mon-Fri, 7:00am–3:30pm), a starting pay of $19.51 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package after 60 days of employment, along with development and advancement opportunities within the