Maintenance – Clarence Hicks Sports Complex

Title

Maintenance 3 – Clarence Hicks Sports Complex

Maintenance/Youth Sports

Clarence Hicks Sports Complex

Youth Sports Program Supervisor

$19/hour

Part Time 0.94 FTE

Clarence Hicks Sports Complex (CHSC) Facility Maintenance helps keep parks and facilities safe, clean, and welcoming for the community. This hands‑on role handles landscaping, cleaning, routine maintenance, and minor repairs; operates equipment; sets up for events; oversees shelter rentals; and supports seasonal staff. The position also serves as Manager on Duty when needed, assists with projects, and delivers excellent customer service.

• Support and ensure a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging exists in all areas of the District.
• Establish and maintain a high level of citizen confidence.
• Demonstrate the principles of One Team, One Goal in daily interactions with staff and guests.
• Assist with establishing exceptional relationships with internal team members and external stakeholders.
• Complete daily work orders safely and efficiently.
• Open and close the stadium complex according to procedures.
• Coordinate field preparation for practices, games, tournaments, and meets.
• Provide onsite oversight of maintenance operations during events.
• Oversee complex readiness for large‑scale events.
• Manage event setup including barricades, signage, and field access control.
• Assist with planning and execution of complex improvement projects.
• Support scoreboard and stadium lighting checks (if applicable).
• Deliver excellent customer service to patrons, coaches, officials, leagues, and guests.
• Serve as facility representative during events and tournaments.
• Respond to community concerns related to field conditions or facility operations.
• Manage public use of park and stadium areas professionally and proactively.
• Oversee shelter rentals, including setup, cleanup, and support.
• Maintain synthetic turf fields (grooming, brushing, debris removal, seam inspection, infill checks).
• Inspect and maintain natural grass fields and track surfaces.
• Line and mark football and practice fields per event requirements.
• Maintain football goals, nets, benches, and field equipment.
• Inspect and maintain bleachers, fencing, gates, restrooms, and press box areas.
• Paint facility items such as picnic tables, trash cans, and shelters as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain irrigation and turf watering schedules.
• May act as Manager on Duty during assigned shifts or events.
• Provide day‑to‑day direction to seasonal staff and support their training, supervision, and performance management.
• Monitor quality standards for field preparation and event setup.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on seasonal staff performance.
• Assist with tracking time and attendance of seasonal employees.
• Safely operate Park District vehicles, tractors, mowers, and hand/power tools.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of spectator areas and athletic surfaces.
• Follow weather monitoring and lightning safety procedures during events.
• Complete incident reports and required documentation.
• Use the Park District’s HRIS system to clock in/out and complete HR and payroll related tasks accurately.
• Safely operate commercial landscaping and maintenance equipment.
• Assess field conditions and make sound operational decisions.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Provide skill in supervising and directing seasonal staff.
• Demonstrate problem‑solving skills across a variety of situations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of synthetic and natural turf maintenance practices.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification required (may be obtained through the District).

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of maintenance experience, supervisory experience preferred.

• Provide knowledgeable, respectful, and efficient customer service.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Follow directions from Program Supervisors and Maintenance…