Sports Field Technician I/II
1 day ago
Littleton
Job Description⚾Join Our Sports Fields Team! Love working outdoors and keeping sports fields in top shape? Join the Highlands Ranch Metro District as a Sports Field Technician in our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department! In this hands-on role, you’ll help maintain sports fields, tennis and pickleball courts, batting cages, and Halftime Help Stadium, ensuring they’re always game-day ready. Every day brings something new, from turf care to facility upkeep—perfect for someone who loves being active and working with a great team! Park related maintenance including but not limited to maintenance of park infrastructure, various equipment operations, shelter and restroom cleaning, rule enforcement, snow removal, sidewalk sweeping, and assistance with special events. We offer competitive pay based on experience and education, plus the chance to make a real impact in our vibrant community! If you're passionate about outdoor spaces and take pride in keeping them clean, safe, and welcoming for the community, we encourage you to apply today! Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSports Field Tech 1 (pays up to $26.12) • Complies with District and industry related safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, park users and the community., • Complies with established safety policies, procedures, and guidelines., • Always wear appropriate safety equipment including protective headwear, eye and ear protection, safety shoes, gloves, respirators, and breathing apparatus., • Provides safe sports fields for the play of games and practices for a variety of different sports., • Performs custodial work as required and assigned including dumping garbage, inserting can liners, and cleaning and sanitizing restrooms., • Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of park maintenance practices., • Assists with education and enforcement of park rules such as dogs off leash and no motorized vehicles in the parks., • Keeps written and electronic records of work completed., • Lays out sports fields to proper dimensions, weekly painting of natural grass sports fields, erecting and removal of sports equipment and inspection and documentation of condition of sports fields in general., • Prioritizes excellent internal and external customer service., • May serve as a member of various employee committees., • Assist Park Services staff as needed., • Assumes responsibility for routine inspections or PM programs, as assigned., • Manage specific projects, as assigned., • Assists with maintaining the required inventory levels and recommending purchases as needed., • Identifies potential problems and initiates resolution.QualificationsSports Field Tech 1, • High School Diploma or GED required., • Must be over the age of 18., • Must hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record., • Two years’ experience in park maintenance is preferred, or., • Three years’ of progressive experience in park services, sports fields, or related areas of emphasis, or., • Associates degree in a related field plus two years’ experience in a related field.Necessary Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities, • Ability to learn the safe operation of listed tools and equipment, materials, and supplies used in janitorial services as well as the equipment and supplies used to complete minor repairs within 12 months of hire., • Ability to obtain First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens certification within 12 months of hire (District provided)., • Must be able to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions., • Ability to effectively communicate with the public; ability to handle stressful situations; ability to make decisions based on established policies and procedures., • Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule., • Effectively communicate in writing and verbally including comprehending, following, and transmitting written and verbal instructions., • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other departments, contractors, officials and the public and work with people from diverse backgrounds and points of view as part of a team and working cooperatively with Urban Park Ranger staff., • Represent the District in a professional manner., • Ability to perform the essential duties listed above., • Must be available to work weekends. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. On-call Schedule: This position is a part of the 24-hour on-call snow crew and will be scheduled for a period of two weeks at least four times per year with a 60-minute arrival window. Tools and Equipment Used Sports field painter and Tiny Mobile Robot field painter, high pressure washer, pruning tools, pickup truck with automatic and manual transmissions, and water truck. Lawn and landscape equipment including tractors, mowers, aerators, edgers, weed trimmer, two-cycle engines, seeders, sprayers, utility vehicles, sweepers, plows, blowers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems, miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance. Carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work, valves, filtration devices, gauges, etc. Computers, cell phone, Microsoft products (Excel, Outlook, etc.), web and database software, and desk phone. General office and breakroom equipment such as multi-function printer scanner copier, web-fax, calculator, microwave, coffee maker, etc. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 120 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places, and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Selection Guidelines Formal applications, rating of education and experience; panel interview(s) and reference check; job related tests might be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. About Us We are a special district serving the thriving, active community of Highlands Ranch with approximately 103,000 residents. The District employs a variety of professionals in fields including public works, parks, forestry, finance, and recreation. The Highlands Ranch Metro District, as the local government in our community, is committed to providing the following high-quality municipal services while managing resources wisely for Highlands Ranch such as; construction of major roads, installation and maintenance of landscaping and fences adjacent to major roads, installation of traffic signals and street lights on major roads, construction and maintenance of parks and trails, youth and adult outdoor recreation and sports programs, management and maintenance of extensive natural open space areas and so much more. Our Benefits At the Highlands Ranch Metro District, we prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits: Health & Retirement! • 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums., • 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums., • 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums., • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.Work/life Balance!, • Earn 80 hours of vacation per year (120 hours after 5 years)., • 80 hours of sick leave (renewed each year on work anniversary)., • 32 hours of annual personal leave., • 10 paid 8-hour holidays.Wellness & Improvement!, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families., • Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement., • Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee.Saving & Planning!, • Pension Plan: 100% contribution employer match., • Optional 457 deferred compensation plan: Up to 6% employer contribution., • Post Employment Health Plan: Employer contributes $10 per month. We are accepting applications through March 13, 2026, or until the position is filled. Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.