Athletic Field Maintenance Technician- North Region

Athletic Field Maintenance TechnicianAt Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident's fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county "will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE." The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of-the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff.Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is looking for an Athletic Field Maintenance Technician to join our team! This position will be based at various parks within our North Region and will perform day-to-day maintenance on our athletic fields, including mowing, aeration and fertilization as well as participating in field layout and lining duties. The incumbent will work closely with our athletics staff and be responsible for upkeep of our athletic facilities, ensuring they remain optimal sites for athletic events and activities. A typical schedule would be weekday daytime hours but may include occasional weekends depending on business need.Region Specific Information: The North Park Region Maintenance & Operations Technician positions will cover parks and greenways located North of Interstate 85. A few of the parks within the North Region are Mallard Creek Park, Nevin Park, RL Smith, and Shuffletown Park. These parks and many other parks within the region host a multitude of events and activities that serve our community. By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available.Preferred Qualifications:Athletic field maintenance experienceKnowledge of athletics and athletic event operationsClass A CDLEssential Functions:Perform setup, breakdown and cleaning during eventsPrepare athletic fields for gamesPerform routine and non-routine cleaning services to restrooms and rental facilitiesRemove limbs and debris; blows leaves off sidewalks and greenways; clears mud and water from greenway tunnels after storms, and mow and trim ballfieldsAssist in manual labor such as brick laying, pipe laying, painting, carpentry and other construction tasksLayout measurements and line ballfields and assist in performing field maintenanceOperate power mowers, chainsaws, brush cutter, edger and clippers, power washers, ATVs, litter vacuum, and other equipment used in facility maintenance, landscaping, roadside maintenance, and right of way cleaning.Open park gates and removes trashAssist repair technicians in dutiesMay operate light equipment such as utility vehicles, tractors, mowers and dump trucksMay serve as a lead on a small work crew, community service workers, volunteers and/or part-timersMay receive, sort, and package materialsMinimum Qualifications:Experience: Minimum of one (1) years of experience related to area of assignmentEducation: High School Diploma or equivalentCombination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted?: N/ALicenses/Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and County Driving PrivilegesComputer Skills: General knowledge of applicable computer programsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge: Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction; Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment; Safe work practices and hazards associated with work; Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activitiesSkills: Filling out daily work sheets and other required forms; Light trucks, small tractors, mowers, and similar automotive equipmentAbilities: Adaptability; Collaboration; Communication; Contributing to Team Success; Energy; Managing Work; Technical/Professional Knowledge and SkillsCompensation and Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.Work Environment: Works outdoors exposed to varying weather conditionsReasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Disclaimer Statement: This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.