Field & Turf Maintenance Specialist

Recreation District 1 of St Tammany Parish -- Pelican Park; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Recreation District 1 of St. Tammany Parish – Pelican Park is seeking a Turf Specialist to maintain, safety, appearance, and playability of athletic fields, parks, and facilities.

The role requires a High school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and Louisiana Category 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator License; 1+ years of turf or grounds experience preferred. It is a hands-on, outdoors position with occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Louisiana Category 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator License.
• 1+ years of turf, grounds, or landscape maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fields and park grounds daily to identify safety hazards; correct minor hazards immediately and report major hazards to the supervisor without delay.
• Perform turf management activities including fertilization, aeration, seeding, topdressing, and pesticide applications.
• Operate and maintain turf equipment, vehicles, tools, and irrigation systems.
• Prepare athletic fields and recreational facilities for practices, games, tournaments, and community events.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and chemical applications in accordance with state regulatory requirements.
• Respond to emergencies and urgent facility needs, including storm damage cleanup, irrigation failures, and game-day incidents.
• Maintain required pesticide applicator licensure through continuing education and training as needed.
• Communicate maintenance concerns and field conditions to supervisors in a timely manner and promote excellent public service.
• Perform work independently or as part of a crew, following direction.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Irrigation systems

Athletic field maintenance

Equipment operation

Pesticide application safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pesticide Applicator License (LA Category 3)

Job description

Recreation District 1 of St. Tammany Parish – Pelican Park is seeking a Turf Specialist to maintain, safety, appearance, and playability of athletic fields, parks, and facilities.

The role requires a High school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and Louisiana Category 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator License; 1+ years of turf or grounds experience preferred. It is a hands-on, outdoors position with occasional evenings or weekends.