Athletic Field Maintenance - Part-Time

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JOB SUMMARY

The City of Stephenville is seeking a highly motivated individual who has a passion for the outdoors and sports enthusiast. This position will maintain all athletic fields for youth and adult league play.    

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Operate a variety of mowers to maintain athletic fields and lawns; inspect tractors and mower for safe and proper operation; maintain equipment as needed, replacing fuel, fluids, and oil. 

• Mow, edge, trim and rake fields; operate riding mowers, push mowers, light-duty vehicles, blowers, sweepers, trimmers, edgers, and weed eaters. 

• Rake, sweep, blow and pick up clippings, paper, and trash from athletic fields. 

• Prepare the fields, which will include dragging the infield, chalking the field according to specified dimensions, watering the infield, and setting bases. 

• Field maintenance will include filling infield holes, adding clay to the infield when necessary, and inspecting the ball fields for proper safety. 

• Utilize independent judgment in performing grounds maintenance activities. 

• Understand and follow oral and written directions. 

• Perform other duties as requested or required.

• Inspect and Clean Restrooms every day during athletic seasons.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY

• Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities relative to the position. 

• Knowledge and skills in preparing softball and baseball fields; ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with other employees and the public. 

• Basic grounds maintenance procedures including mowing, edging, raking, and weeding. Methods, equipment, and materials used in groundskeeping work. Safe work procedures in the operation of hand and power tools. 

• Ability to learn and follow standard procedures and policies. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent 

• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license, and currently have and maintain a satisfactory driving record

• Must pass a background investigation and drug test 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. 

The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is also required to use feet, ankles, legs, hands, and arms to operate necessary equipment. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical work with prolonged standing and walking for extended periods, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, stretching, bending, and pushing, stooping, climbing, crouching, crawling, moving, lifting, and carrying loads weighing between 50-95 pounds.  Occasional to frequent exposure to inclement weather conditions while performing work. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The majority of work is performed outdoors and may be subject to ordinary risks typically found in an outside environment. Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. 

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required.

“AS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE CONSIDERS ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO COLOR, AGE, RACE, ETHNICITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION,  GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, DISABILITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, VETERAN OR MARITAL STATUS.”