Sports Field/Grounds Crew Worker City of Grand Junction

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in Grand Junction, where you can enjoy the outdoors while maintaining top-notch sports facilities. This seasonal role offers flexible hours and the chance to be part of exciting local sporting events. You'll gain hands-on experience in maintaining sports fields, ensuring they meet the highest standards. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication, this position is perfect for those who love outdoor recreation and want to contribute to their community. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and a vibrant local culture while working in a supportive environment that values inclusivity and respect.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation time

Overtime opportunities

Training provided for yard maintenance

Qualifications

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Experience with yard maintenance tools is great, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Lincoln Park Sports Complex and regional sports parks.
• Learn to maintain sports fields to high standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Active listening skills

Great work ethic

Ambition and desire to learn

Ability to work well with others

Passion for outdoor recreation

Education

Must be 18 years or older

Tools

Yard maintenance tools and equipment

Job description

We offer flexible work schedules, ranging from 20-40 hours per week, the opportunity to earn paid vacation time and overtime in the first few months of employment, and we work with school schedules. Most opportunities provide for a six-month season, and, in some instances, up to 9 months.

Sports Facilities for the City of Grand Junction focuses on the maintenance of the Lincoln Park Sports Complex, Canyon View regional sports park, Columbine and Kronkright fields. Our facilities play host to 4 valley high schools, Colorado Mesa University, the National Junior College World Series, and the Grand Junction Jackelopes. Learn how to maintain sports fields to one of the highest standards in the State, work in first-class facilities, and be a part of the Western Slope’s largest sporting events.

Job Description

Job Type: Seasonal, Hourly

Wage: $17.50-$19.50/hr.

Location: Grand Junction, CO.

Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain the Lincoln Park Sports Complex, Canyon View regional sports park, Columbine and Kronkright fields.
• Learn how to maintain sports fields to one of the highest standards in the State, work in first-class facilities, and be a part of the Western Slope’s largest sporting events.

Qualifications

This position is a safety-sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed.

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass a drug screen, background check, and, if required for the specific position, a physical examination.
• Ability to maintain a great work ethic while working outside all day.
• Ambition and a desire to learn.
• Passion for outdoor recreation.
• Effective communication and active listening skills.
• Proclivity for processes and procedures.
• Experience with yard maintenance tools and equipment is great, but we will train.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work early mornings.
• Applicants should be able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.

Notice to Applicants:

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you do not include the dates of your education to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments.

Supplemental Information

Grand Junction, Colorado is the gateway to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction is surrounded by 1.2 million acres of public land. Residents enjoy world-class whitewater rafting on the Colorado and Green Rivers, golfing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, and exploring mountain bike and hiking trails through the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa National Forest. Grand Junction has a robust downtown and hosts multiple art, music, food, and market events annually. With a population of over 150,000 in Mesa County (65,000 within the City limits) we have many of the big town amenities without the big town stresses such as traffic and trail congestion. With an average of 245 days of sunshine, Grand Junction is the perfect place to work and play.

Learn more about our area on Visit Grand Junction's website and Instagram!

At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have questions or need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.