Athletic Field & Trail Maintenance Technician; PT

Job Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking two part‑time Service Workers for athletic field maintenance and one part‑time Service Worker for trail maintenance. All positions are part‑time, three days per week, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or as scheduled by the supervisor. These positions offer Paid Time Off benefits; salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Position Summary: The part‑time athletic field maintenance worker performs daily tasks for general park maintenance and recreation support activities, with an emphasis on field maintenance, mowing, marking, and other related tasks. A well‑rounded and experienced Turf Professional is preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate motorized and hand‑held equipment such as field marking machines, groomers, tampers, light trucks, and mowers.
• Operate heavy equipment including tractors, loaders, and skid steers for field maintenance, park maintenance, special projects, and snow removal at all assigned properties.
• Perform general athletic field maintenance: chemical application, sport‑specific maintenance, and mowing.
• Manage irrigation systems: inspection, repair, and maintenance.
• Conduct simple building and park maintenance activities (carpentry, plumbing, landscape, electrical, etc.) as necessary.
• Inspect facilities with City agencies (Risk Management, Parks and Recreation, Buildings and Grounds) to ensure compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with customers, peers, and others.
• Monitor and assist 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 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).

Position Summary: The Trail Worker performs a variety of skilled and semi‑skilled tasks involved in the construction, maintenance, repair, and enhancement of park trails and related natural areas.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Construct, maintain, and repair natural‑surface and paved trails (grading, surfacing, drainage, erosion control, vegetation management).
• Install and maintain trail features (steps, boardwalks, bridges, retaining structures, barriers, signage).
• Conduct routine inspections to identify hazards, erosion, drainage issues, fallen trees, and safety concerns.
• Remove debris and hazardous vegetation; perform brushing, pruning, and tree‑limb removal within clearance standards.
• Assist with ecological restoration efforts (invasive species removal, habitat protection, native vegetation planting).
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment (hand tools, power tools, chainsaws).
• Apply trail construction best practices (sustainable design principles, water management techniques).
• Interact with park visitors courteously and professionally; provide information and respond to concerns.
• Maintain accurate work logs, report hazards, and follow all safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Support volunteer events, citizen groups, and partner organizations assisting with trail projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• 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) such as helmets, gloves, eye and ear protection, and safety boots.

A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.

• Valid Virginia…