Leisure Services Maintenance Worker

Leisure Services Maintenance Worker

Salary

$17.03 - $27.22 Hourly

Location

126 N. St. Andrews Street, Dothan, AL

Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number

374-26-03LS

Department

Leisure Services

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

This position assists in the maintenance of Leisure Services Department grounds, athletic fields, tennis courts, aquatics and other facilities.

Major Duties

• Participates in the maintenance of city parks, athletic fields, and related facilities; performs turf management duties; prepares athletic fields and courts for play.
• Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment, including turf and athletic field maintenance equipment.
• Prepares fields, courts, and other facilities for practices, games, tournaments, and other events or programs.
• Maintains parks trails and related infrastructure.
• Performs basic outdoor maintenance tasks at assigned facilities including mowing and edging the grass, transplanting and tending to flowers/shrubbery, applying fertilizer, repairing, and landscaping grounds.
• Performs a variety of custodial functions; sweeps, vacuums, mops, waxes, and polishes floors; cleans, sanitizes, and restocks restrooms.
• Performs minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as needed.
• Sets up facilities for programs, games, tournaments, and other events; cleans facilities following events.
• Orders supplies and materials from vendors.
• Maintains assigned tools and equipment.
• Maintains and repairs irrigation systems.
• Inspects facilities and reports repair and maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Cleans and maintains facility furniture and playground equipment.
• Pressure washes surfaces.
• Provides support for recreation programs as assigned.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance principles and practices.
• Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of athletic field maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices necessary for the proper performance of heavy manual work, light or medium equipment operation and associated chemical application.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial work.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Skill to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in the care, cleaning and limited maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Skill in the use of a variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
• Skill in following instructions and prioritizing work.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the work.
• The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of city recreation facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to provision of safe and well-maintained facilities for use by the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and
• Six (6) months recent experience using hand tools and materials used in maintenance and repair work; and
• Six (6) months recent experience operating power driven tools and light or medium automotive equipment.
• An accredited agency is recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of valid operator driver license with an acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)
• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
• An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).
• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)
• Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Dothan provides a diverse package of benefit programs:

• Vacation: 12 Vacation Days per calendar year

• Holidays: 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year

• Medical and Dental Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. Rates vary based on coverage selected

• Retirement Plan: Administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

• Life Insurance: Administered through Unum Life. No cost for eligible employees

• Military Leave: up to 21 working days per calendar year with Military Orders

• Direct Deposit: Employees may elect to have their payroll check deposited directly into their bank account

• Employee Health Clinic: Industrial Nurse on duty for work related injuries and minor illnesses

Other benefits include: Cafeteria plan, Credit Union, Deferred Compensation plans, Employee Assistance Program, Physical Fitness Program, Jury Duty Leave and more.....

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

01

Supplemental Questions: This information will be used to determine your placement on the employment register and if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting. Therefore, please give detailed descriptions of your job duties. You must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of the application and the Supplemental Questions. Answer all questions as accurately and with as much detail as possible. Some questions request an explanation to support a "yes" answer. Your explanation should contain experience, education, etc., to show that you do possess whatever skill, knowledge or experience being addressed in the question. Employment and volunteer experiences used to answer any of the questions below must be listed on your application. If you use military experience to meet the experience requirements, do not give dates of your entire tour of duty. Rather, you should indicate on your employment application, the month and year you began performing these duties and the month and year you stopped.

• I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents by the closing date of this advertisement.

02

Which best describes your highest completed level of education? Your education MUST be listed in the education section of your application in order to receive credit.

• None
• High School Diploma / GED
• Technical certificate / Diploma (Trade School / Technical college)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree or higher

03

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in using hand tools and materials used in maintenance and repair work?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

04

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #3. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

05

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #3. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

06

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in operating power driven tools and light or medium automotive equipment?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

07

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #6. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

08

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #6. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

09

Which best describes your work experience in basic grounds maintenance such as mowing, edging, applying fertilizer, and landscaping?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

10

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #9. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

11

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #9. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

12

Check each type(s) of property you have performed grounds maintenance/landscaping duties.

• Residential
• Commercial
• Schools
• Parks & Recreation Centers
• None of the above

13

Which best describes your janitorial work experience?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

14

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #13. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

15

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #13. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

16

Which best describes your work experience installing and repairing irrigation systems?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

17

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #16. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

18

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #16. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

19

Which best describes your work experience maintaining an inventory?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 -14.9 years
• More than 15 years

20

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #19. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

21

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #19. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

22

Which best describes your carpentry work experience?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

23

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #22. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

24

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #22. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

25

Which best describes your painting work experience?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

26

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #25. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

27

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #25. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

28

Which best describes your work experience in electrical maintenance and repair?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

29

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #28. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

30

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #28. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

31

Which best describes your work experience in miscellaneous plumbing maintenance and repair?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

32

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #31. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

33

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #31. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

34

The starting pay for this position is $17.03/hour. Are you willing to accept this pay rate?

• Yes
• No

35

Do you have a valid operator drivers license and an acceptable driving record?

Click here to view the City of Dothans Motor Vehicle Policy.

• Yes
• No

36

Note: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete employment information to include the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

• I understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.

37

I understand that once my application has been submitted for this specific position that I WILL NOT be able to make any changes to it. Any changes to my master application will only be reflected in any future positions for which I may apply. Should I desire to have updated information included for this specific position I should contact the Personnel/Human Resources office at (334) 615-3180 for assistance.

• Yes
• No

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Personnel Use Only

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Employer City of Dothan

Address 126 North Saint Andrews Street

Room 116

Dothan, Alabama, 36303

Phone 334.615.3180

Website http://www.dothan.org