Athletic Field Construction & Operations Specialist

Musco Sports Lighting, LLC; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Sports Turf, a division of Musco Sports Lighting, seeks an Athletic Field Construction Operations Assistant in Des Moines. You will support construction, installation, and renovation of athletic surfaces, operating and maintaining equipment while ensuring quality and safety on each project.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience with heavy equipment, and readiness to travel. CDL training may be provided; outdoor work in varying weather is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; related degrees preferred.
• Degrees in Turf Management, Horticulture, Construction or related fields preferred.
• A valid Driver License (Required).
• Previous experience in construction, landscaping, agriculture, equipment operation, or a related environment.
• Experience operating tractors, skid steers or track loaders, mini excavators, trailers, or similar equipment.
• Experience reading basic construction plans, establishing layouts or elevations, or performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Ability to travel out of town regularly, including overnight stays of up to 5 consecutive days
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and job-site conditions.
• Ability to work a schedule that may regularly range from 50 to 60 hours per week, with overtime per law.
• Ability to complete employer-provided CDL training and obtain CDL in the offseason following hire.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment, materials, and supplies safely and efficiently to support job-site readiness.
• Transport equipment and supplies to and from job sites in compliance with safety requirements and company procedures.
• Operate tractors, track loaders, mini excavators, and other construction equipment to complete work safely and accurately.
• Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on equipment for safe operation and availability.
• Establish project layouts, grades, and elevations per construction documents and specs.
• Follow safety practices, company policies, and job-site regulations.
• Perform outdoor physical labor, including lifting 50+ pounds, to complete projects.

Skills

Equipment operation

Reading construction plans

Layout & elevations

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Turf Management degree or related field

Horticulture degree

Construction-related degree

Tools

Tractors

Skid steers

Mini excavators

Trailers

Job description

Iowa Sports Turf, a division of Musco Sports Lighting, seeks an Athletic Field Construction Operations Assistant in Des Moines. You will support construction, installation, and renovation of athletic surfaces, operating and maintaining equipment while ensuring quality and safety on each project.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience with heavy equipment, and readiness to travel. CDL training may be provided; outdoor work in varying weather is required.