Athletic Fields Maintenance

Ensures the Rockford Park District's parks and athletic fields are safe, clean, and enjoyable through proper maintenance and operation.

About the Rockford Park District

The Rockford Park District is committed to being the best urban parks and recreation system in North America, as measured by national standards and the citizens it serves. Its mission is to "help people enjoy life" by providing a quality park and recreation system. The District aligns all resources to achieve its vision, mission, and priorities through strategic planning, operational excellence, and leadership by shared values: accountability, integrity, passion, agility, relationship-oriented, results-driven, service-oriented, respectful, and innovative.

The Rockford Park District fosters a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, ensuring an inviting, equitable, and accessible environment for all team members, partners, and community members.

The District operates with a "One Team, One Goal" commitment, emphasizing interconnected departments working together to support its mission and vision.

Responsibilities

• Receives and completes daily work orders as directed.
• Performs maintenance duties on buildings, grounds, and equipment to ensure safety and appearance.
• Conducts routine cleaning of buildings, floors, windows, restrooms, carpets, trash removal, grounds, sidewalks, and trash pick-up.
• Operates tools and equipment such as pole saws, table saws, band saws, drills, string trimmers, and landscape blowers safely and effectively.
• Ensures all work is conducted safely and timely, adhering to cleanliness and equipment utilization standards.
• Maintains athletic fields through grass trimming, fertilization, and precise field marking for soccer, baseball, and other sports according to regulations.
• Maintains baseball diamonds for safety and playability.
• Utilizes the Rockford Park District's HRIS system for HR, payroll, and accurate timekeeping.
• Assists with the delivery of supplies to various locations.
• Becomes familiar with the Safety Manual and performs routine safety checks on buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Safely operates park district vehicles and machinery.
• Files safety reports as required and maintains knowledge of general and department-specific safety rules.
• Inspects work areas for compliance with safe work practices and rules.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Ability to follow directions from the Maintenance Supervisor and problem-solve in various situations.
• Strong communication skills, including expressive, written, and receptive abilities.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (can be obtained through the Rockford Park District).
• Reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to perform physically intensive tasks, including climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
• Exposure to dirt, hazardous chemicals (training provided), noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations, and equipment hazards.
• Regular outdoor work with exposure to sun, heat, cold, rain, wind, and other weather elements.

Wage: $17/hour

Status: Seasonal