Prospect Park Alliance · 9 hours ago
Turf/Ballfield Technician (LM) (9 month Seasonal Full-Time)
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
1+ years expProspect Park Alliance is dedicated to maintaining public parks and environmental conservation, and they are seeking a Turf/Ballfield Technician. The role involves maintaining lawns and ballfields, operating groundskeeping equipment, and ensuring the overall upkeep of park facilities.
Casual GamesChildrenNon ProfitParks
Responsibilities
Mow lawns throughout the Park
Cut weeds in and adjacent to lawns not reachable by mower
Rake, level, haul material for, fence, and broadcast seed on lawns
Install, maintain, and/or remove fencing and signage
Remove litter from and generally clean lawn and open areas
Remove hazards in the park and/or mitigate hazardous situations
Assist crews from ballfields, landscape management, and maintenance and operations when necessary for emergencies, special events or special projects
Remove snow and ice as needed
Facilitate work completed by volunteers in Prospect Park on occasion
Interact with the public to help resolve issues, provide information and answer general park inquiries
May work alongside volunteers and youth in carrying out responsibilities
General maintenance of five (7) athletic fields including maintenance of clay infields with Sand Pro infield groomer; hand groom clay infields when necessary; level field surfaces by filling in holes created by dogs, metal detectors, and drainage issues; and Mowing lawns in athletic fields
Pump excess water due to poor drainage from fields after rainfall
Clean dugouts, infields, outfields, and lawn areas daily
Paint, make minor repairs, remove graffiti, and remove weeds around benches, signage, and light posts ? Assist crews from ballfields, landscape management, and maintenance and operations when necessary for emergencies, special events and special projects
Work with and train volunteers to carry out fieldwork and safely assist with outdoor restoration, beautification, and cleanups in all types of weather
Operate vehicles (e.g., truck, utility vehicle, tractor), power equipment (e.g., chainsaw, string trimmer, mower, brush hog, woodchipper, and hedge trimmer), and various hand tools safely
Keep an inventory of tools and equipment and communicate with supervisor about additional tool and equipment needs
Maintain vehicles, tools, equipment, and shared workspaces as per standards set out by supervisor; communicate issues with vehicle, tool, and equipment safety to supervisor as they arise
Performs other job-related duties and functions as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
A minimum of one (1) year groundskeeping or general landscaping experience and operating related machinery preferred
A valid Driver's License
Competence in mechanized equipment and safe vehicle operation is essential
Ability to safely operate and maintain various groundskeeping vehicles and equipment including but not limited to infield groomers, utility vehicles, weed whackers and riding and push lawn mowers
General understanding of ballfield maintenance
Knowledge of or ability to perform simple building/grounds maintenance and repair duties utilizing power and hand tools commonly used in the industry including but not limited to power tools such as, drills, and hand tools such as hammer, pliers and screw drivers, lawn mowers, blowers and snow blowers
Comply with relevant health and safety legislation and regulation and organizational policies
Exhibits a strong commitment to delivering excellent, responsive and friendly customer service to patrons and park visitors
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and highly motivated to consistently produce high quality work and achieve desired outcomes and results
Ability to work independently or as a member of the team, ability to be detailed-oriented, and ability to manage stress effectively in a fast-pace environment
Committed to working in collaboration with others, promoting cooperation and commitment to others and being a positive team contributor
Ability to positively engage with and impart key information to members of the public
Proficient with automated technologies that support area of responsibility including G-Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
Company
Prospect Park Alliance
Prospect Park Alliance is a non-profit organization and a flagship park with a range of amenities for visitors of all ages.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
James Snow
COO & CFO
Recent News
2025-12-09
2024-12-04
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