Job Title: Sports and Recreation Laborer I Department: Sports and Recreation Reports To: Director of Sports and Recreation/Assistant to Sports and Recreation Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Prepared By: Director of Sports and Recreation Prepared Date: February 2013 Revised Date: July 2026 POSITION SUMMARY: The Sports and Recreation Laborer I position involves the responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of all facilities within the Crystal Beach Sports Complex, including preparation of all facilities for all events.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Works both independently and in close contact with co-workers in carrying out regularly scheduled job duties, as well as duties assigned as assistance is needed by other departments of the City of Woodward.
- Adheres to established policy and work procedure with little supervision required or effected.
- Communicates and responds, orally and in writing, to superiors with reference to information concerning department.
- Assists with all responsibilities for day-to-day operation of Crystal Beach Sports Complex.
- Carries out or assists decisions regarding the ball parks, and all other related fields within the Crystal Beach Sports Complex.
- Coordinates and assists in scheduled field-related activities to ensure field readiness and minimize/eliminate time conflicts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must have the following qualifications:
- Capable of operating equipment to maximum efficiency that the machine was made to do.
- Ability to comply with the City of Woodward safety policy.
- Skill to follow oral and written instructions and undertake responsibilities with little direct supervision.
- Must possess verbal perception, motor coordination, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to read, understand and communicate fluently in the English language.
- Willingness to work as needed on holidays, evenings, and weekends.
- Willingness to work outside in all kinds of weather.
- Willingness to follow instructions and to assist other departments as needed.
- Willingness to travel to attend training/educational seminars.
- Ability to obtain relevant pesticide licenses.
- Ability to determine and perform minor maintenance and service on department vehicles and equipment.
- Must possess knowledge of the hazards of maintenance equipment and appropriate safety rules and regulations.
- Ability to operate maintenance equipment.
- Ability to maintain working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to City’s insurance carrier.
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to pass background and drug/alcohol screenings.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must be able to meet the following working conditions and physical requirements:
- Much of the work is performed outdoors in inclement weather and during all seasons.
- Some work may be performed in confined areas, on slick and wet surfaces.
- May be exposed to vibrations, loud continuous noise, offensive smells, dust, dirt and water.
- Performs manual labor for extended periods under unfavorable weather conditions.
- Works oftentimes in cramped space, drafty areas, poor lighting, and other unpleasant conditions.
- May be exposed to injury from moving equipment, insect bites, poison plants, flying objects, slippery surfaces, and hazardous materials.
- Must have strength to pull, lift, push 50 lb. objects on a frequent basis and up to 100 lb. on an infrequent basis; flexibility to bend, twist, reach; mobility to climb, crawl, walk; dexterity to operate machinery and tools on uneven surfaces; and stamina to exert self throughout the day in all weather conditions.
- Will be subject to 24 hour call and conduct is expected to project dependability and assurance.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is provided as a guide and is not to be considered a contract. The City reserves the right to make changes to the job description as necessary. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.
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Qualifications
See job description. Special Requirements See job description. Miscellaneous Information
CITY OF WOODWARD EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Eligible employees at the City are provided a wide range of benefits. A number of the programs (such as Social Security, Medicare, worker’s compensation, and unemployment insurance) cover all employees in the manner prescribed by law.
The following benefit programs are available to eligible employees:
- Bereavement Leave
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family Leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Insurance
- Holidays
- Jury Duty Leave
- Leave Sharing
- Life Insurance
- Longevity
- Military Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Sick Leave Benefits
- Sick Leave Buy Back
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Supplemental Medical Coverage
- Travel Allowances
- Uniform and Uniform Maintenance
- Vacation Benefits
- Vision Insurance