Athletic Field Maintenance Crew

Job Details

Job Location: Kerasotes YMCA - Springfield, IL 62711Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 HourlyJob Shift: Flex/Changes

This seasonal hire is to maintain the fields during the fall soccer league season. The main focus will be watering the fields in rotation (6-8 hours) regardless of the rain from the weather. Additionally, the employee would assist the Soccer Director with marking the fields, getting goals set up with nets, picking up trash and other related tasks. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Soccer Director a dedicated and skilled Athletic Field Maintenance Crew member will ensure the safe and optimal playing conditions of our athletic fields with focus on our soccer fields. As a vital member of our team, the crew member will be responsible for performing a range of maintenance tasks, including grass and tree care, irrigation management, field marking, and general upkeep. Your attention to detail, strong work ethic, and passion for soccer field maintenance will contribute to creating a top-notch playing environment for athletes and ensuring a positive experience for all users., The crew member understands character development as the chief mission of the YMCA and personally exhibits a commitment to the goal in all YMCA operations.

 

OUR CULTURE: 
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

 

CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Display a friendly, helpful, and positive disposition.
2. Provide customer service that is thorough, timely, organized, and accurate.
3. Help ensure the Y is meeting member and participant needs by utilizing good listening skills, attentiveness, objectivity, and patience in all situations.
4. Place members and participants as the first and highest priority, showing kindness and compassion at all times.
5. Demonstrates the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through all daily activities and responsibilities.

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Overarching Goal:  Through their planning, actions, and daily work creates and fosters a welcoming environment for all persons of all backgrounds and abilities and has positive, nurturing relationships with staff, members, and participants, while building cooperative relationships with program and program partners. Promotes and supports the potential of all in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall YMCA experience.

1. Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper hydration and optimal grass health.
2. Assess and repair any damage to the playing surface, including divots, bare spots, and uneven areas.
3. Paint and maintain field lines, goals, and other field equipment to ensure compliance with regulations and a professional appearance.
4. Operate and maintain field maintenance equipment, such as utility vehicles and water reel ensuring they are in proper working condition.
5. Collaborate with other team members to develop and implement an effective maintenance schedule and prioritize tasks based on field usage and weather conditions.
6. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inventory, and equipment repairs.
7. Perform related duties as assigned.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Competency: Clusters of observable skills and behaviors needed to be successful within an organization or role.