Maintenance Technician - Athletic Fields

Maintenance Technician - Athletic Fields

(Full Time, Non-Exempt)

Application Closing Deadline: For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. July 29, 2026

Hiring Range is $42,065 to $47,708 annually based on qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position.

Position Summary:

Under the close supervision of the Athletic Fields Supervisor and/or Lead Maintenance Specialist, this position is responsible for accomplishing the various skilled labor tasks that are associated with the accepted maintenance practices for athletic fields and play courts. Performs duties in a manner consistent with the stated values of the organization.

Essential Duties:

• Ensures the safety of users of District athletic fields and play courts and keeps District liability risk at a minimum by properly maintaining play areas to established standards.
• Maintains all athletic fields including mowing, burning, spraying, dragging, lining, painting, replacing backstop boards, pouring cement base posts and chalking athletic fields.
• Replaces tennis nets, straps, windscreens, repairs nets, fills cracks, and repairs and paints courts as needed.
• Conducts athletic field inspections and documentation involving decisions on the removal, renovation, repair or new design of all athletic fields and play courts.
• Maintains and inspects all District fencing, including split rail and chain link.
• May assist with supervising assigned part-time/seasonal employees including orientation, training in equipment use, reviewing work, and overseeing quality. In addition, this position is occasionally responsible for supervising volunteers and community service workers.
• Assists in the application of pesticides and herbicides and weed removal as required in designated areas..
• Exercises good judgment and proper safety precautions and practices at all times.
• Keeps accurate timecard records, daily activity reports, and other reports and records as required.
• Assists with District related special events by making deliveries of materials and supplies necessary to meet the requests of facility rentals and work orders. Sets up and disassembles event tents, tables, picnic benches and chairs.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with District employees, vendors, various outside users' groups and associations.
• May be required to fill in for absent employees, covering some or all duties to ensure operations continue smoothly.
• Responds tactfully, respectfully and in a timely manner to inquiries and problems in person, through email, phone, and mail by providing helpful information and explanations in-line with District policies and procedures. Thoughtfully handles confrontational or stressful interactions.
• Participates in the cleaning and maintenance of the facility as needed.
• Attends and participates in trainings, orientations, and staff meetings on project progress, safety, park maintenance practices, procedural changes and other topics related to the operations of the District.
• Attends work on a regular, reliable, and punctual basis.
• May be required to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and be on snow watch as well as work shifts deviating from this position's normal workdays and/or with other work groups.
• Complies with District and Departmental vision, mission, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintains, operates, and cares for assigned tools and equipment. Performs preventive maintenance or minor repairs on equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of needed tool, equipment or vehicle maintenance service or repairs.
• Performs snow and ice removal using plow trucks, blowers, spreaders, shovels, ice scrapers, de-icing salts or sand, etc.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Six (6) months of skilled labor experience that is related to park, field, or related grounds maintenance. One (1) year of experience is preferred.
• Any combination of experience, training and education that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver License or the ability to obtain upon hire and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of or the ability to learn maintenance procedures, operations, and safety standards for athletic fields and play courts.
• Ability to operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment.
• Ability to work in and promote a team environment.
• Working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques and supplies used in the maintenance of athletic fields.
• Knowledge in the safe and proper operation of snowplows and snow blowers.
• Ability to train employees, community service workers, and volunteers.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and practice proper safety precautions at all times.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook and Word.
• Ability and willingness to comply with District and Departmental vision, mission, rules, regulations, safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, weather events, and special work requests.
• Ability to interact tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately with the public, District administration, co-workers, and other agencies or contractors.
• Must be highly motivated and take direction well.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to provide outstanding customer service, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and interact with others in a professional manner.
• Communication skills to express facts, data, and ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, listen and follow directions/instructions from supervisory staff.

Material and Equipment Used:

• Regularly uses assorted power tools; various mowing equipment; light duty trucks and trailers; front-end loaders, tractors and implements (box scraper, trencher, mower, etc.); snow blower; and snowplow truck.
• Also regularly uses hand tools including, but not limit to, shovel, rakes, screw drivers, hammers, and wheel barrows; electrical power tools including, but not limit to, drills, circular saws, and jig saws; motorized power tools including, but not limited to, weed trimmer, backpack blower, rototiller, walk-behind mower, snow blower, and chainsaws; pesticide application equipment including high or low pressure sprayers and backpack sprayers, pesticides, fertilizers; and de-icing salt.
• Uses standard office equipment including a personal computer, phone, printer, and copier.
• This position may be required to drive a personal and/or District motor vehicle to various District and off-site facilities for business purposes.

Working Environment:

• Regularly requires strenuous work outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions, ecosystems, and landscapes.
• This position has regular exposure to adverse conditions such as tight working quarters, dust, molds, grasses, fumes, odors, wildlife and insects such as bees and wasps, pesticides and other chemicals, extreme temperatures, loud noises, ultra-violet radiation, humidity and precipitation, and may include unlit or low light situations.
• This position also performs work indoors and in an office environment subject to interruptions and background noises.

Physical Requirements:

• Extended periods spent performing strenuous manual labor and standing, walking, sitting.
• Physical work lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Required to use hands and fingers to manually manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to bend and reach. May occasionally crawl, squat, kneel, climb stairs and ladders and work in uncomfortable positions for short periods of time.
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate tools, machinery, personal computer and equipment.
• Foot/eye coordination required for operating motorized equipment.
• Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information. Vision acuity to see close-up and at a distance with the ability to adjust focus allowing a broad field of vision.
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain clear and effective communication, and to receive and interpret warning signals. Must understand and be understood.

This list is not all-inclusive and represents examples of the work environment and physical demands.

South Suburban Park & Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We've Got You Covered!

South Suburban Offers:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA's)

Happy Employees Are the Best Employees

• South Suburban provides an employee assistance program at no cost that includes: counseling, financial planning, legal assistance, and much more!
• Our Employee Wellness Program gives covered staff the ability to reduce their medical premium by $390 annually

Take Time Away to Do What You Enjoy

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 4 personal days per year
• Earn 11.5 paid vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave to rest, recover, and take care of yourself

We've Got Your Back

• Up to 9% 401(a) Employer contribution/match that vest after 3 years of service
• Trainings to grow your professional and personal skill set
• Tuition Reimbursement Program that covers up to $2,500 per year

Play Where You Work

• Employee engagement is a priority at South Suburban. Staff gatherings have included: pictures with the Stanley Cup, Chili Cook-Off, Ice Cream Social, Shuffleboard Tournament, Employee Appreciation Luncheon, just to name a few
• Monthly wellness challenge opportunities and staff recognition honors

We LOVE Our Facilities and So Will You:

• Free daily admission to recreation centers, tennis courts, ice rinks and swimming pools
• 50% off food at South Suburban restaurants
• $5 to $10 for nine holes of golf at four different courses

SSPRD offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to: Medical/Dental/Vision. For a more detailed overview please view the Benefits Guide for Full-Time Employees

About Us

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.