Groundskeeper- Parks & Sports Facilities #JR100028

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

No minimum requirement

Experience:

No previous related experience required.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements :

Must complete all required City training courses within six months of hire. Tell Me More..... The City of Peoria is seeking to hire multiple team members for our Sports Field Grounds Crews within the Parks and Recreation Department. In this role, employees will perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks at Community Parks, Neighborhood Parks, and the Peoria Sports Complex—home to the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres Spring Training facilities. Responsibilities include supporting baseball field reconditioning, turf maintenance, and assisting with the upkeep of facilities and grounds during events and activities throughout the year. This work is carried out by supporting higher-level maintenance staff in preparing and maintaining baseball fields, grounds, and related facilities.

Essential functions:

Prepare and maintain baseball fields, bullpens and related facilities utilizing a variety of hand and power tools including edgers and weed eaters. Assist with turf maintenance including resodding, power washing and power brooming edges. Assist with reconditioning of fields including mounds, home plates, base passes, infield edges, replacing bases and base anchors and hauling materials. Perform painting of field and foul lines and logos. Assist with the application of drying materials and tarp pulling on fields during inclement weather. Provide general maintenance which includes raking leaves, cleaning walks and litter control around fields, buildings and grounds. Maintain restrooms and replenish supplies as needed.

The ideal candidate:

Interested in learning more about parks and sports field groundskeeping. Availability to work a flexible part-time schedule, averaging 18-30 hours per week Willingness to work varying schedules based on assignments, including evenings and weekends A safety conscious, punctual and reliable team player with a strong work ethic. Ability to perform essential job functions in high-traffic, public-use areas comfortably and effectively To view full job description click here. About Peoria The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you! Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria We are PEORIA! P rofessional , E thical , O pen , R esponsive , I nnovative , A ccountable

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at employment@peoriaaz.gov or 623-773-7100. An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.