Crew Chief - Courts and Grounds

Job Description:

Crew Chief - Courts and Grounds

Description

Salary Range

$19.91-$25.38

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting

11-26-2025

Job Summary

If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please reach out to City of Orlando Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062.

Performs skilled and semi-skilled supervisory work involving the daily maintenance, repair, and preparation of tennis courts and grounds at the Orlando Tennis Centre (OTC), which includes 11 Har-Tru (clay) courts and 6 hard courts. Work involves the use of specialized court maintenance equipment and techniques to ensure all courts meet professional playing standards. Responsibilities include daily grooming, rolling, and dragging of Har-Tru courts; cleaning and maintaining hard court surfaces; line sweeping and repair; irrigation and drainage management; and upkeep of landscaped and spectator areas surrounding the courts.

The employee in this position is responsible for leading and training part-time and seasonal maintenance staff, maintaining court maintenance equipment, coordinating with supervisors on scheduling and tournament preparation, and ensuring all courts and grounds are safe, clean, and playable. Work requires a high degree of physical activity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs daily maintenance on 11 Har-Tru clay courts, including brushing, rolling, dragging, line sweeping, and surface watering to maintain optimal play conditions.
  
• Performs regular cleaning and upkeep of 6 hard tennis courts, including pressure washing, blowing debris, and monitoring surface integrity.
  
• Repairs and replaces court lines, tapes, and nets as needed.
  
• Inspects, operates, and maintains specialized court maintenance equipment (rollers, brushes, blowers, etc.).
  
• Manages and maintains court irrigation systems and drainage to ensure proper surface moisture and playability.
  
• Trims and maintains grass, walkways, and landscaping around courts, fences, and player areas.
  
• Ensures all court coolers, benches, shoe cleaners, and amenities are clean and properly stocked.
  
• Reports surface conditions, repairs, and maintenance needs to management.
  
• Assists with setup and preparation for tournaments, special events, and City programs.
  
• Provides guidance and direction to assigned maintenance staff to ensure work is completed efficiently and safely.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED; two (2) years of experience in tennis court and grounds maintenance, including Har-Tru and hard court surfaces required; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Must be available to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and during tournaments or special events. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must be able to perform repetitive physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and pulling. Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and ability to lead and train maintenance staff. Florida Restricted Pesticide License preferred. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Salary:

USD 19.91 - 25.38 per hour