Parks & Recreation Services Worker - Athletic Fields

City of Lynchburg; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The City of Lynchburg is seeking Part-time Service Workers for maintenance of athletic fields. This position will assist the Park Services Supervisors in their duties and support the maintenance and/or use and care of Division facilities, properties, and shared-use sites.

Three days per week, 7AM – 3:30PM or as scheduled by supervisor. This position offers Paid Time Off benefits. Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• CPR/General First-Aid Certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates motorized and hand-held equipment relevant to work (field marking machines, groomers, tampers, light trucks, mowers).
• General athletic field maintenance including mowing and field marking.
• Irrigation management including inspection and repair.
• Perform building and park maintenance tasks as needed to support department goals.
• Inspect facilities with City agencies to ensure safety and maintenance standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers and peers.
• Monitor rental and use of Parks and Recreation facilities.
• Maintain work logs, report hazards, and follow safety policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Lynchburg's Parks and Recreation Department is seeking Part-time Service Workers for maintenance of athletic fields. This position will assist the Park Services Supervisors in their duties and support the maintenance and/or use and care of Division facilities, properties, and shared-use sites.

Three days per week, 7AM – 3:30PM or as scheduled by supervisor. This position offers Paid Time Off benefits. Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Position Summary

The part-time athletic field maintenance worker performs day to day tasks for general park maintenance and recreation support activities; with an emphasis on athletic field maintenance, mowing, marking, and other related tasks. A well-rounded and experienced Turf Professional is preferred for this position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates motorized and hand-held equipment relative to work such as field marking machines, groomers, tampers, light trucks, mowers, etc.
• Operates of heavy equipment including but not limited to tractors, loaders, and skid steers. Operations are for field maintenance, parks maintenance, special projects, and/or snow removal services at all properties assigned.
• General athletic field maintenance including chemical application, special sporting field maintenance needs per sport, and mowing
• General Irrigation management including inspection, repair, and other maintenance of existing irrigation systems.
• Perform simple building and park maintenance activities (i.e., carpentry, plumbing, landscape, electrical, etc.) as necessary in support of department goals and objectives.
• Inspects facilities with various City agencies (i.e., Risk Management, Parks and Recreation, and Buildings and Grounds) to ensure compliance with applicable safety and maintenance standards.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with customers, peers, and others.
• Monitors and assists in the rental and use of Parks and Recreation managed (or shared) parks and facilities.
• Maintain accurate work logs, report hazards, and follow all safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and remote settings.
• Frequent walking, bending, lifting, digging, hauling, and operating machinery.
• Exposure to environmental hazards such as uneven terrain, insects, wildlife, dust, and noise.
• Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect services to citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
  

A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.

• Valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.

• CPR/General First-Aid Certification required within 6 months of date of hire.