Athletic Maintenance Specialist - Full Time Non-Exempt - Full-time

Hiring Range: $21.64 - $25.06
Hours:  Monday-Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM  Occasional Weekend Work

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for work related to the set-up, daily and long term maintenance of all district baseball, softball, soccer and football fields, inline rinks, outdoor basketball courts and tennis courts. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Under supervision of Athletic Maintenance Crew Leader, maintains athletic fields and courts.
• Assists in the upkeep of park district equipment and tools.
• Assists and leads in the training of full and part-time staff when required.
• Inspects and performs preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Operates trucks and special equipment as required after receiving and passing district training on vehicles/equipment.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
• Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of baseball, softball, soccer and football field set up and maintenance along with turf maintenance, irrigation, and field lighting. 
• Knowledge of, but not limited to, inline rink, basketball court and tennis court maintenance.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently under minimal supervision.
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Illinois Pesticide Operators License within twelve months of the date of hire.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The above knowledge, skills and abilities may be demonstrated by education or formal training equivalent to a High School Degree plus, two years experience in related positions.  Education or formal training beyond high school in athletic field care preferred.  Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above. 

Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer