Athletic Grounds Crew

City of Amarillo; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Amarillo is seeking a part-time Athletics Grounds Crew member to perform field prep, landscape maintenance, and facility cleaning across athletic complexes. Flexible hours include weekends and late nights as needed.

Must be 18+ with reliable transportation and the ability to work in all weather conditions. Typical duties include dragging and chalking fields, mowing, bed maintenance, trash pickup, and operation of basic landscape equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Field and court prep: drag fields, chalk, rake, stripe fields and move equipment.
• Landscape maintenance: mowing, weed-eating, sod, digging, bed cleaning, using blowers and shovels.
• Cleaning/restrooms and rest areas; collect trash; power wash as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors and user groups.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Landscape equipment operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Flexible schedule

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Athletics Grounds Crew (Part-time)

JOB CLASS NUMBER:

HRL930

PAY GRADE:

H06

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

BUSINESS UNIT NAME:

Parks and Recreation

REPORTS TO:

Parks Supervisor-Athletics

SUPERVISORY WORK :

No

SALARY:

$12.00 per hour

SUMMARY

Under direction of Park Supervisor in Athletics, this part‑time position performs manual labor related to the maintenance of all Athletic complexes located with the City of Amarillo. Employees are responsible for prepping fields, landscape maintenance and cleaning park facilities. Hours may vary and employees must have a flexible schedule. Must be able to work weekends and late nights.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Field & Court Preparation: Dragging fields, chalking, raking, striping fields, moving equipment, checking nets and athletics equipment, assembling equipment etc.

Landscape Maintenance: Mowing, weed eating, laying sod, digging, cleaning out flower beds, using blowers, shoveling etc.

Cleaning: Picking up trash, cleaning restrooms, power washing etc.

Staff Meetings and Training: Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings.

Communication: Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors and user groups.

Emergency Preparedness: Respond appropriately in emergency situations, ensuring the health and safety of all participants.

Travel: May be required to travel to different field locations or other sites within the city using a city vehicle (training will be provided). This may include trips to gather supplies.

All other tasks as assigned by the manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Age: Must be at least 18 years old.

Transportation: Reliable transportation is required.

Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Must be dependable, with reliable attendance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Basic safety and emergency protocols

Knowledge of small mowing and landscape equipment.

Effective verbal and written communication.

Professional interaction with the public.

Ability to work independently and make sound judgments.

Ability to manage and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Ability to work outside in all types of weather.

Ability to use basic hand tools and landscape equipment.

Uses all types of janitorial supplies and equipment needed in the performance of their duties.

Requires considerable amount of walking, bending, squatting, etc.

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.