Hybrid Field Maintenance Coordinator - Peoria Sports Complex at City of Peoria

Position Title: Field Maintenance Coordinator – Peoria Sports Complex

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Tell me more…..

This position is located at the Peoria Sports Complex – home to the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners Major League baseball clubs.  The purpose of this position is to oversee functions in sports turf management, project coordination, safety compliance, and administrative tasks, in a fast-paced, high-profile environment, while ensuring all fields are safe, well-maintained, and meet Major League Baseball (MLB) standards.  Although field maintenance at the Sports Complex will be the focus, there will be team support opportunities at other locations within the department when needed. 

The person in this position will:

• Execute budget priorities with emphasis on part-time scheduling, water management, tool and chemical supplies
• Supervise maintenance/landscaping staff for the Sports Complex.
• Perform technical maintenance work for MLB and MILB (e.g., ball field prep & renovations).
• Coordinate agronomic and reconditioning maintenance calendar.
• Perform laser leveling, overseeding, field re-conditioning and other seasonal turf care practices.
• Oversee irrigation testing/maintenance.
• Provide turf grass management guidance for fertilizer/pesticide applications and compliance.
• Handle administrative duties: reports, safety inspections, inventory, meetings.

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The ideal candidate for this position will be:

• Experienced in personnel supervision (scheduling, time-off approvals, etc.).
• Capable of directing staff independently to meet event/program needs.
• Skilled in communication with patrons, volunteers, vendors, concessionaires, public safety, and professional sports staff.
• Safety-focused, punctual, adaptable, and a high-performing team player.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

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About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. 

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [email protected] or 623-773-7100.

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