Maintenance 1 - Sportscore Facilities

Performs simple maintenance duties to the buildings, grounds, and equipment according to required specifications for safety and appearance.

POSITION SPECIFICSTitleMaintenance 1StatusSeasonalWork LocationMercyhealth Sportscore FacilitiesReports ToSuperintendent of Facilities and Grounds MaintenanceWage$17/hourPosition DescriptionPerforms simple maintenance duties to the buildings, grounds, and equipment according to required specifications for safety and appearance.

ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT VISION, MISSION AND LEADERSHIP BY VALUESAgency VisionTo be the best urban parks and recreation system in North America, as measured by national standards and the citizens we serve.Agency MissionThe Rockford Park District is in business to "help people enjoy life" by providing a quality park and recreation system.Vision & Planning SystemThe District aligns itself and all its resources to achieve its purpose, vision, mission, and priorities. This successfully drives the strategic plan, operational plans, and performance goals.Policy Management & Operations SystemEvery team member serves as an active contributor in the development of the team's operational plan; develops job strategies and plans that support the team's operational goals; identifies timetables for completion; plans daily work activities in an organized manner ensuring effective utilization of time and resources in the completion of job tasks.Leadership by Values SystemLeadership by Values can only be achieved if all team members believe in and live by these shared values: accountability, integrity, passion, agility, relationship oriented, results driven, service oriented, respectful, and innovative. While all team members share these essential values, our culture is enriched by and welcomes the diverse supporting values of its team members.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging StatementThe Rockford Park District is committed and accountable to being a place where everyone is invited and belongs, as demonstrated by being an inviting, equitable, and inclusive environment, respectful of all people, embracing diversity, creating accessibility, and valuing all team members, partners and community members for their unique experiences and backgrounds.

RELATIONSHIPS TO RESULTS CULTUREDefinitionSustained by long-term, positive, exceptional relationships with stakeholders and team members as our hallmark of success.

ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL COMMITMENTDefinitionTo work together to achieve the mission, vision, and shared values of the Rockford Park District.ConnectednessDepartments are truly interconnected to support the mission and vision of the Rockford Park District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Completes daily checklists as directed.

• Performs simple maintenance duties to the buildings, grounds, and equipment according to required specifications for safety and appearance.

• Performs frequent routine safety checks on buildings, grounds, and equipment; files safety reports as required.

• Performs routine cleaning of building, floors, windows, restrooms, carpets, trash removal, grounds, sidewalks, trash pick-up and snow removal.

• Performs miscellaneous maintenance activities such as painting, repairing fences, set up and tear down for events, erecting and disassembling tents, hauling bleachers, cans, etc.

• Ensures that all work performed is conducted in a safe and timely manner adhering to standards of cleanliness and effective equipment utilization.

• Effectively and safely operates leaf blower, drills and other hand tools as required to get the job done.

• Maintains the athletic fields and property by trimming trees, clearing brush, and landscaping the property as required.

• Performs athletic fields maintenance and project activities including mowing, and watering of the turf.

• Maintains ball diamonds to establish standards including chalking and putting diamonds down.

• Performs miscellaneous maintenance activities such as painting, repairing fences, erecting and disassembling tents, hauling bleachers, cans, etc.

• Operates utility carts, trucks and vehicles

• Assist with parking management during events and tournaments

• Provides quality customer service to all patrons, guests, and other District employees.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience with janitorial equipment/maintenance preferred.

• Some level of leadership experience preferred.

Critical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Valid Driver's License

• Good communication skills including expressive, written and receptive.

• Ability to problem solve in a variety of situations.

• Must be a team player.

• Ability to work with the public in a courteous manner.

• Ability to follow direction from Superintendent of Facilities and Grounds Maintenance.

• CPR, AED, and First Aid Training (can be obtained through the Rockford Park District)

Physical Requirements

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Very Heavy work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

• Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Lifting, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Repetitive motions Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• Become thoroughly familiar with the Safety Manual contents.

• Maintain a working knowledge of all general and departmental - specific safety rules.

• Inspect work areas (use checklists) for compliance with safe work practices and rules.

• Enforce safety rules and improve employee knowledge of the same by confronting and correcting unsafe behavior and conditions.

• Immediately report all accidents and unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

• Cooperate and assist in the investigation of accidents.

• Attend all required safety program and in - service education meetings.

• Pay strict attention to housekeeping of work area(s) and general facility.

• Understanding and following written and verbal directions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Exposure to heat, cold, and other weather elements

• Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens