Maintenance I - Athletic Fields (Full-Time)
JOB OPPORTUNITY with the Glenview Park District:
Maintenance I – Athletic Fields (Full-Time)
Park & Facility Services
“Recreate” a better life with a career in the field of Parks & Recreation!
JOB SUMMARY
Our Maintenance I positions are generally responsible for performing a wide variety of general labor tasks and seasonal duties while providing leadership to other maintenance employees. This position will have an emphasis on Athletic Field Maintenance along with other duties as assigned. The target hiring rate is $24.18/hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
JOB DUTIES TO INCLUDE:
- Maintains athletic fields including lining and grooming of fields, fences, dugouts, goals, infields, bases and nets
- Field preparation and maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, and dragging athletic fields to ensure they are game-ready
- Measure and lay out field markings for various sports, such as soccer, baseball, and football, according to official specifications
- Perform turf care and repair, including seeding, fertilizing, and applying topdressing to maintain optimal playing conditions
- Conduct routine safety inspections of athletic fields, bleachers, and surrounding areas to ensure a safe environment for users
- Performs general preventive maintenance and repair
- Needs to be familiar with heavy equipment operation
- Removes garbage and disposes of properly
- Performs all seasonal work assignments (e.g. snow removal, salting, ice rink maintenance, etc.)
- Performs set-up and tear-down for programs and special events
- Maintains all tools, equipment, and machinery as necessary
- Routinely inspects park furnishings and landscaping (walkways, parking lots, picnic tables, bleachers, grills, benches, backstops, etc.). Identifies and repairs or reports any failures or hazards
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess high school diploma or equivalent along with at least 1-2 years of relevant experience. Valid IL Driver’s License required along with an Illinois turf pesticide applicators license preferred. Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification upon hire.
SCHEDULING
This is a full-time, year-round, hourly (non-exempt) position working Tuesday through Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is subject to change with seasonal requirements. Additional availability required for overtime, special events and weather-related duties.
BENEFITS WE OFFER
In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package, including:
- Medical Coverage, PPO or HMO
- Prescription Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Reimbursement Program
- Life Insurance (basic & voluntary)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)
- Pension / Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)
- 457 Plan / Defined Contribution Plan
- ROTH IRA & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Holidays, Personal Days, Vacation, Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefit
APPLY ONLINE
Visit us at www.GlenviewParks.org – click on “Jobs” at the top of the page.
Visit us at www.GlenviewParks.org – click on “Jobs” at the top of the page.
If interested, please apply early. Recruiting and interviewing will begin immediately.
The Glenview Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.