Parks & Recreation Services Worker - Athletic Field and Trails

About the role

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Parks and Recreation Department is seeking two Part-time Service Workers for maintenance of athletic fields and one Part-time Service Worker for maintenance of the trails. These positions assist Park Services Supervisors in their duties and support the maintenance and/or use and care of Division facilities, properties, and shared-use sites.

Responsibilities

• Operates motorized and hand-held equipment relative to work such as field marking machines, groomers, tampers, light trucks, mowers, etc.
• Operates heavy equipment including but not limited to tractors, loaders, and skid steers.
• Performs general athletic field maintenance including chemical application, special sporting field maintenance needs per sport, and mowing.
• Manages general irrigation systems.
• Performs simple building and park maintenance activities (i.e., carpentry, plumbing, landscape, electrical, etc.) as necessary in support of department goals and objectives.
• Maintains accurate work logs, reports hazards, and follows all safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with customers, peers, and others.
• Maintains accurate work logs, reports hazards, and follows all safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Supports volunteer events, citizen groups, and partner organizations assisting with trail projects.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.
• CPR/General First-Aid Certification required within 6 months of date of hire.

Qualifications

• Additional Requirements: Valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.

Skills

• Knowledge of park and recreational facility maintenance procedures.
• Ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor and operate heavy equipment.

Benefits

This position offers Paid Time Off benefits. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Pay

Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Three days per week, 7AM – 3:30PM or as scheduled by supervisor.