Sports Field & Grounds Technician (Full-Time)

Blue Valley Recreation Commission; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Valley Recreation Commission is hiring a Maintenance Worker for our premier 27-field sports complex in Overland Park, KS. This full-time year-round role includes field setup, grounds and facility upkeep, and winter snow operations.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. Must be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, and pass background checks and a drug screen. Regular evening/weekend availability and a valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• General knowledge and experience with operation and maintenance of lawn care equipment, tractors, implements, and hand tools.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.
• Candidate must pass a background check, drug screen, and maintain a valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare athletic fields, including lining/chalking fields, setting bases, and assisting with game and event setup.
• Maintain restrooms and ensure facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming.
• Perform repairs and upkeep on fences, dugouts, bleachers, lighting, and other site amenities.
• Operate and maintain hand and power equipment such as mowers, string trimmers, sprayers, and other grounds maintenance tools.
• Support winter operations, including snow and ice removal.
• Operate equipment (training provided): tractors for dragging fields and setting up pitching mounds; loaders for sweeping concrete and plowing snow; trucks for pulling trailers and operating snow plows and salt spreaders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Outdoor work

Punctual attendance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Blue Valley Recreation Commission is hiring a Maintenance Worker for our premier 27-field sports complex in Overland Park, KS. This full-time year-round role includes field setup, grounds and facility upkeep, and winter snow operations.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. Must be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, and pass background checks and a drug screen. Regular evening/weekend availability and a valid driver's license required.