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Sports Fields Maintenance Worker

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Sports Fields Maintenance Worker

Salary

$17.53 - $20.81 Hourly

Location

Parks Morris Hill, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -07390

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

Sports Fields

Opening Date

01/09/2026

Closing Date

1/26/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

Help keep Boise's sports fields and recreation facilities safe, beautiful, and game-ready! As a Sport Fields Maintenance Worker, you'll support the care and maintenance of City sports fields and facilities by performing general repairs, conducting routine inspections of irrigation systems and equipment, and using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices to protect and sustain healthy plant life. You'll operate a variety of small to medium-sized equipment and power tools while working closely with a supportive team under direct supervision. If you enjoy outdoor work, take pride in well-maintained spaces, and want to make a visible impact in your community, this role is for you.

WHY WORK FOR THE CITY OF BOISE?

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family!

• PERSI retirement benefits plus 401(k)/457b with employer match

• 10 hours vacation per month (increases with tenure) + 12 paid holidays + 8 hours sick leave per month

• 10 weeks Parental Leave

• Up to $500 annual Well Being incentive

• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass

• Basic Life and Long Term Disability insurance at no cost

Essential Functions

• Performs maintenance and repairs on pressurized irrigation systems supplied by pumps and wells and controlled by variable frequency drives. Inspects and adjusts irrigation system components. Performs seasonal start-up and winterization of pumps and pipes. Ensures proper settings and configuration of system timer clocks. Maintains detailed documentation of all tasks, including inventory and supply tracking, inspection forms and site irrigation maps.

• Assists with maintenance of sports fields as directed. Performs duties including laying out sports fields, routine paint striping, installing bases and sleeves, chain link fence installation and repair, infield material leveling and additions, replacing lights in outfield fixtures, removing ridges, and leveling and replacing sod. Conducts basic maintenance and repairs on equipment such as mules, trucks, blowers, tractors, trenchers, mowers and weed trimmers, and performs monthly safety inspections on sports facilities. Performs minor plumbing and construction repairs, hard surface maintenance, bleacher and bench maintenance, and fence panel welding. Installs sunscreens and cleans restrooms.

• Assists with plant maintenance by inspecting trees, grass and shrubs for infestation or disease and utilizes IPM principles to ensure healthy plant life. Provides input on watering requirements of plant material, and provides recommendations for irrigation system adjustments. Assists with the maintenance and rehabilitation of the landscape by installing sod, spreading seeds and fertilizers, performing aerification duties, and planting shrubs and trees. Prunes trees and shrubs and conducts large-scale turf mowing and trimming. Operates various equipment, including hand and power tools, turf maintenance equipment, and heavy equipment such as backhoes and trenchers as necessary to complete assigned tasks.

• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience working with irrigation systems, landscape maintenance, or similar agricultural expertise.

Knowledge of:

• Sports field basics.

• Plant and shrub maintenance.

• Pest management techniques.

• Including pesticide application and related equipment.

• Irrigation systems installation, repair and winterization.

• Equipment such as tractors, trucks, air compressors, mowers, blowers and hand and power tools.

Ability to:

• Perform essential functions outdoors in all weather conditions on a 24/7 basis.

• Identify and prioritize additional tasks while in the field.

• Safely operate all equipment and tools required.

• Safely utilize related protective gear and safety equipment.

• Identify when additional help is needed.

• Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations.

• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.

• Complete assignments in a timely fashion.

• Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations.

• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.

• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Four years experience performing sports field maintenance including irrigation system maintenance and mowing.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.

• Must be able to obtain an Idaho Pesticide Applicators License issued by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture within 6 months of employment.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation

• Driving Record Check

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment 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.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, frequently lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds, occasionally lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards and work in/at heights. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees will encounter icy conditions while performing snow removal.

This position works: weekends, evenings and holidays as required.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family

• Low-cost dental and vision options.

• Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits

• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.

• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants.

• Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City

• 12 paid holidays every year

• 8 hours of sick leave per month

• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you

• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Supplemental Disability Insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Free local bus pass

• Corporate discount programs

• AFLAC

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org