Athletic Fields Maintenance Operator Position Available In Polk, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The City of Winter Haven is hiring Athletic Fields Maintenance Operators to ensure the safety, playability, and visual appeal of athletic fields. Duties include field preparation, turf maintenance, irrigation, and equipment operation. The role offers a $16 hourly rate with benefits such as health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement plan. Apply online or in person at the Human Resources Office.
Job Description
Athletic Fields Maintenance Operator City of Winter Haven, FL – 3.5 Winter Haven, FL Job Details Full-time $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(a) Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Groundskeeping Driver’s License 2 years Entry level Full Job Description Applications can be completed online or in person at our Human Resources Office at 500 Third Street NW. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Team at 863-291-5650 or . The City of Winter Haven is looking for Athletic Fields Maintenance Operators. This role involves performing various tasks related to field preparation, turf maintenance, irrigation, and equipment operation. You will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of athletic fields, ensuring they are safe, playable, and visually appealing and meet the City’s standards required for sports activities and events. $2,000 Signing Bonus•
Job Title:
ATHLETIC FIELDS MAINTENANCE OPERATOR
($2,000 Signing Bonus•)
Category:
Full-Time Application Closing Date:
June 8, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
SALARY & BENEFITS
$16.00 Per Hour Minimum Annual Step for Performance Pay Adjustments 12 Paid Holidays Per Year 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities Employee Assistance Program – to Include Mental Health Assistance/Services
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs manual labor work in preparing and maintaining municipal athletic fields. Work is performed outdoors under adverse weather conditions. Operates groundskeeping equipment including push and tractor type mowers, edgers, weed-eaters, backpack blowers, and light trucks to perform assigned duties. Removes and replaces sod as necessary. Mows, irrigates, fertilizes, and treats turf with insecticides and pesticides that do not require a license to apply. Lays out, reconditions, and prepares playing fields; measures and lays out pitcher’s mound, plates and bases; utilizes a field marker machine to line softball, baseball, and football fields. Performs duties such as cleaning and minor maintenance of facilities and equipment; paints, replaces light bulbs, repairs fences, sprinkler heads, and pipe systems. Sets up and takes down equipment used on fields. Performs general janitorial work that includes sweeping, mopping, collecting, and disposing of trash and litter. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of groundskeeping practices, methods, tools, and equipment. Ability to safely operate groundskeeping equipment including push and tractor type mowers, edgers, weed-eaters, back pack blowers, etc.; and work outdoors under adverse weather conditions. Physical agility, strength, and flexibility to perform the essential job functions without risking the health and safety of oneself or others. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Two years’ experience in general groundskeeping or labor work. An equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record as determined by the City of Winter Haven. Absence of non-prescribed controlled substances in the applicant’s system as verified by a laboratory approved by the City of Winter Haven.
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. $1,000.00 after completion of six month probationary period in this position; $1,000.00 after completion of first year in this position.
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