Assist the Grounds Coordinator and crew with the maintenance and upkeep of our  property:

Landscape Maintenance

• Work daily with Grounds Coordinator to ensure landscapes are in accordance with organizational expectations
• Execute daily plans for the maintenance and upkeep of the property, including but not limited to all fine turf areas, native grass areas, planting beds, trees, and shrubs
• Perform industry standard cultural practices to included:  mowing, irrigation use, fertility programs, pesticide applications, seasonal renovations, over-seeding, etc.
• Assist in the maintenance of all equipment, materials, and supplies required for all landscape operations
• Provide input to department staff members on landscape needs and maintenance requirements

Site and Grounds

• Perform regular upkeep on all drainage areas, including detention ponds and sediment basins
• Work with department staff in the execution of various onsite projects
• Ensure property is in a safe, functional, and presentable manner for all users and visitors

Assist the Senior Director of Sports Turf & Grounds and/or the Sports Turf Manager with the maintenance and upkeep off all sports turf playing surfaces

• Perform industry standard cultural practices to included:  mowing, irrigation use, fertility programs, pesticide applications, seasonal renovations, over-seeding, etc.
• Operate equipment associated with the maintenance and upkeep of the playing field surfaces
• Assist in the painting of all playing field surfaces as needed
• Aid in playing field setup for team practices and/or special events

Contributes to the team effort by performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year turfgrass/horticultural program.
• Willing to work extended hours, including weekends
• Be able to arrange transportation and living requirements
• Be able to provide letters of recommendation from an academic advisor and/or a present or past employer
• Ability to use smart phone

Preferred Skills & Ability 

• College-level coursework preferred
• Excellent work ethic and professionalism
• Experience operating industry standard equipment
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Work well in a team setting
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality

In accordance with the the State’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary for this position is $18.81/hour.

This job posting will remain open until we have identified an adequate applicant pool. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.

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