Maintenance Worker II - Athletic Fields

Responsibilities

The purpose of the class is to perform routine manual work. This class is responsible for service work and routine grounds maintenance such as mowing, edging, weed-eating, blowing, litter removal, digging trenches; assists with installation and repair of fixtures such as pipes, valves and fittings; landscape, road, sidewalk, driveway restoration and other outdoor work. Completing logs or routine records. The class works according to set procedures under direct supervision.

• Operates vehicles such as trucks to haul people, equipment or material to job sites.

• Loads and unloads materials such as sod, mulch, gravel, dirt, timber, chemicals, or other materials, tools, and equipment.
• Athletic field measurement/layout, painting, operation of UTV and various athletic field equipment
• Maintains athletic fields and recreation facilities maintenance including, baseball, softball, soccer, and football fields by mowing, grooming, leveling, raking, weeding, etc.
• Performs maintenance functions such as repairing irrigation, greasing equipment, motors, and shafts, and replacing valves, checking fluid levels, changing blades; performs light repairs and installations as directed.
• Maintains outdoor areas by cutting grass, pruning trees and bushes, raking leaves and debris, and other athletic field maintenance.
• Performs janitorial and custodial maintenance of recreational facilities grounds and buildings: to include restroom maintenance and trash disposal
• Maintains indoor areas such as cleaning facilities and indoor areas, performing light maintenance such as painting and minor repairs.
• Assists the public by answering questions and providing routine information.
• Services equipment to ensure for the proper operation of the equipment utilized.
• Performs clerical tasks such as completing work orders or maintaining logs.
• Performs assigned duties as needed and requested.
• Prepares set up for a variety of events.
• Compares or inspects items against a standard.
• Follows instructions and orders of supervisor.
• Makes a few decisions, affecting only the individual.

• Requires three (3) years or more of general maintenance and manual work experience.
• Previous experience working in a grounds maintenance or athletic field maintenance position required.
• Performs semi-routine work solving occasional problems.
• Performs basic addition and subtraction, such as counting or measuring.
• Reads basic sentences, instructions, or work orders; writes basic sentences and completes uncomplicated job forms; speaks sentences using basic grammar.
• Performs manual tasks prescribed by standard practices but which may require computation, the use of several procedures, and the use of independent judgment with obvious choices; requires normal attention for accurate results
• Computer knowledge, basic ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• The ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Grounds equipment, forklift, tractor, etc. experience a plus
• Must be able available to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Requires a valid State of Florida Class E license at time of hire and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
• Green Industries, Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) Certification preferred.