Landscaper

Overview

Job:
Seasonal Sports Field Maintenance Worker (11). Department:
Sports Field. Job Type: Full-Time;
Seasonal; 40 hours per week; weekends and holidays required, overtime when required;
Non-Exempt. Pay Rate: $21.00/hour (New Hire). Duration:
March 2 – November 21, 2026. Benefits:
Health insurance, paid time off, free parking on site, commuting benefits etc.

Work Location:

Randall’s Island Park, New York, NY 10035.

• Maintain surfaces of the athletic playing fields at Randall’s Island Park, including natural grass and artificial turf, and assist with daily ball field preparation.
• Work with the Sports Field crew to assist with daily turf maintenance including mowing, seeding, fertilizing, watering, leveling, laying sod, removing debris and ball field dragging.
• Assist with a variety of projects which can include aeration, hydro-seeding, drainage, field renovations and field layout.
• Operate hand tools such as pole saws, loppers, hand saws, rakes, tampers, and shovels.
• Operate equipment such as push mowers, weed whackers, hedge trimmers, and backpack leaf blowers.
• Operate large equipment such as motorized utility vehicles, and commercial mowers.
• Ensure all equipment is secured and well-maintained, including washing, greasing, fueling, and arranging for service of equipment.
• Assist other departments, when needed.
• Perform other general tasks as assigned.
• This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

• Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather, under strenuous conditions.
• Ability to work weekends, overtime, and holidays.
• Ability to use light power equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to perform physical labor; must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to collaborate and create positive working relationships.
• Ability to shift priorities and focus, when needed.
• Motivated and punctual, able to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience in golf course and/or turf maintenance.
• Familiarity with basic sports field setups/layout including baseball, softball, soccer, and lacrosse.
• Good communication skills.
• Valid Driver License.

Experience: Not required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: $21 hourly
Benefits: overtime as needed

About Randall's Island Park Alliance:
The Randall's Island Park Alliance is looking for ambitious and diverse candidates to join our team. RIPA believes in fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment.