Maintenance Operator I - Activity Fields

Winter Haven Regional Airport; Fields (OR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(a) retirement plan

457 plan options

Tuition assistance

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Winter Haven Regional Airport is seeking a Maintenance Operator I to maintain athletic fields and related grounds as part of the City’s Parks and Recreation Division in Winter Haven, FL. The role involves outdoor labor, operating groundskeeping gear, and assisting with field preparation.

The position requires one year of experience with small tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance, and candidates must possess a valid Florida driver’s license and comply with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with operation and maintenance of small tools/equipment used in grounds maintenance.
• Equivalent training/experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain City Parks and Recreation athletic fields outdoors under various weather conditions.
• Operate groundskeeping equipment to perform field maintenance tasks.
• Lay out and recondition playing fields; mark bases and lines with a field marker machine.
• Perform general janitorial tasks and basic facility/equipment upkeep.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Operate equipment

Outdoor work

Read instructions

Tools

Mowers

Edgers

Weed-eaters

Backpack blowers

Light trucks

Field marker machine

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Operator I - Activity Fields

Location

Winter Haven, Florida

Employment Type

Full-Time

Application Closing Date

September 3, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Salary

• $16.80 Per Hour Minimum
• Annual Step for Performance Pay Adjustments

Benefits

• 12 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year
• 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage
• 457 Deferred Plan Options
• Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program – to include Mental Health Assistance/Services

Essential Job Functions

Working in the City’s Parks and Recreation Division providing excellent service to the public maintaining the athletic fields throughout the City. Performs manual labor work in preparing and maintaining the City’s athletic fields. Work is performed outdoors under adverse weather conditions. Operates groundskeeping equipment including push and tractor type mowers, edgers, weed-eaters, backpack blowers, and light trucks to perform assigned duties. Removes and replaces sod as necessary. Mows, irrigates, fertilizes, and treats turf with insecticides and pesticides that do not require a license to apply. Lays out, reconditions, and prepares playing fields; measures and lays out pitcher’s mound, plates, and bases; utilizes a field marker machine to line softball, baseball, and football fields. Performs duties such as cleaning and minor maintenance of facilities and equipment; paints, replaces light bulbs, repairs fences, sprinkler heads, and pipe systems. Sets up and takes down equipment used on fields. Performs general janitorial work that includes sweeping, mopping, collecting, and disposing of trash and litter. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of groundskeeping practices, methods, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate groundskeeping equipment including push and tractor type mowers, edgers, weed-eaters, backpack blowers, etc.; and work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
• Physical agility, strength, and flexibility to perform the essential job functions without risking the health and safety of oneself or others.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.

Minimum Education & Experience

• One year experience in the operation and maintenance of small tools and/or vehicles of a type similar to those commonly used in the maintenance of grounds.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience that is determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record as determined by the City of Winter Haven.
• Absence of non-prescribed controlled substances in the applicant’s system as verified by a laboratory approved by the City of Winter Haven.

Physical / Environmental Factors

• Must have the physical strength and agility to operate all equipment to which employee may be assigned and to perform manual labor tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Our Mission

Enriching lifestyle through exceptional service.

Job Details

Category Full Time Status Open Posted August 20, 2026 11:15 AM Closing September 3, 2026 5:00 PM