Athletic Field Maintenance Specialist

Athletic Field Maintenance Specialist

Salary

$41,532.00 - $45,685.00 Annually

Location

Various City parks and grounds, Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

9512

Department

PARKS

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

8/25/2026 12:00 AM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

Come join the Parks division of the Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department! Keep Hampton's parks and athletic facilities safe, functional, and ready for play! The Athletic Field Maintenance Specialist trains and leads staff in the construction, maintenance, and repair of public recreation and park facilities, including athletic fields, tennis courts, irrigation systems, outdoor basketball courts, tracks, and other recreational facilities. This is a hands-on opportunity to support the community by ensuring Hampton's recreational spaces remain well-maintained, safe, and welcoming for residents and visitors.

As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military

spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

The purpose of the class is to train staff engaged in the construction, maintenance, and repair of public recreation and parks facilities, such as tennis courts, athletic fields, irrigation systems, outdoor basketball courts, outdoor tracks and other physical facilities.

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from high school or GED required.

Minimum of (3) three year's work experience in the repair and maintenance of recreation facilities, athletic fields and irrigation systems.

Graduation from an accredited college in the field of agronomy, arboricultural, agriculture, horticulture, parks facilities and landscape design preferred or combination of education, skills, knowledge and experience.

Any acceptable combination of experience and education which qualifies the applicant for this particular position may be considered for the more specific requirements outlined above.

Additional Requirements:

Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.

Applicants will be required to obtain a Registered Technician Pesticide License within six (6) months of employment.

Must possess a Virginia Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) within 90 days of employment to possess and maintain a Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.

• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or successful completion of a GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate years of full-time experience in the repair and maintenance of recreation facilities, athletic fields and irrigation systems. WORK MUST BE INCLUDED IN WORK HISTORY TO BE CONSIDERED

• No Experience
• Less than 1 Year of Experience
• 1 -2 Years of Experience
• 3 or More Years of Experience

03

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

04

I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances under the Citys current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

05

I understand that I must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

06

I understand that this position requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays and on-call emergency standby on a rotating basis.

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?

• I currently have a CDL
• I have the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment
• I do not have the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment

08

I understand that if I am not already licensed, I may be required to obtain a Pesticide Applicators License within six months of selection.

• Yes
• No

09

I understand that this position is non-exempt.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr