Athletic Field/Facilities Technician

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

William & Mary is seeking an Athletic Field/Facilities Technician to maintain and prepare athletic fields and facilities for events and daily operations. The role is based in Kaplan Arena within the Facilities and Operations team.

Responsibilities include turf care, event setups and breakdowns, equipment maintenance, and custodial services for locker rooms and facilities. Overtime and weekend work are required; physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform natural and artificial turf care and maintenance.
• Perform event setups and breakdowns.
• Operate and maintain small equipment necessary for the care and maintenance of athletics fields.
• Perform custodial services of department facilities, including servicing locker rooms, bathrooms, showers, playing areas, bleachers, and vacuuming.
• Ensure department facilities are maintained to a safe, acceptable level through inspection, light repairs, and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Verbal communication

Instruction comprehension

Interpersonal skills

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Light maintenance

Carpentry skills

Grounds care equipment operation

Job description

Job Requisition

JR102174 Athletic Field/Facilities Technician (Open)

Job Posting Title

Athletic Field/Facilities Technician

Department

CC00325 WM001 | ATHL | Facilities and Operations

Job Family

Staff - Maintenance

Worker Sub-Type

Regular (benefited)

Job Requisition Primary Location

Kaplan Arena

Primary Job Posting Location

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at William & Mary is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all its endeavors. We are committed to an outstanding intercollegiate athletics program by:

• Forging an environment that demands success with integrity;
• Winning championships;
• Empowering leaders;
• Building a championship culture;
• Elevating the prestige of the University; and
• Instilling pride and respect.
• Remaining true to our Core Values of Accountability, Belonging, Creativity, Integrity, and Service.

The Athletic Field/Facilities Tech works within a Facility Operations team maintaining and preparing athletic fields and facilities for athletics and non-athletics activities and events.

Specific duties include but are not limited to

• Perform natural and artificial turf care and maintenance.
• Perform event setups and breakdowns.
• Operate and maintain small equipment necessary for the care and maintenance of athletics fields.
• Perform custodial services of department facilities, including servicing locker rooms, bathrooms, showers, playing areas, bleachers, and vacuuming.
• Ensure department facilities are maintained to a safe, acceptable level through inspection, light repairs, and preventative maintenance.

Designated service areas include Kaplan Arena, Zable Stadium, Busch Field, Dillard Field, Mackesy Tennis Center at the Millie West Courts, Martin Family Stadium at Albert-Daly Field, Jimmye Laycock Football Center, Montgomery Football Practice Field, and Plumeri Park.

Required Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in forklift operation.
• Light maintenance and carpentry skills.
• Knowledge of the care and maintenance of commercial and residential grounds.
• Knowledge in the care and operation of small equipment used in grounds care and maintenance (commercial lawnmowers, leaf blowers, weed trimmers, pressure washers).
• Must be able to meet physical requirements for the job: stand for prolonged periods of time; lift up to 50lbs; constantly push, pull, and carry items; walk up and down stairs, inclines, and hills on a daily basis.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Learn how to operate and care for small equipment used in grounds care and maintenance during the probationary period (first 6 months on the job).

Conditions of Employment

• This position will require overtime, weekend work, and extended hours. May be required to perform duties during periods of inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• This position has been designated as essential and may require reporting to work when the university is officially closed.
• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position will require overtime to include scheduled and unscheduled nights and weekends and possibly holidays.
• This is a restricted position subject to the availability of funding.

Job Duties

50% - Field and Facility Preparation

• This position will assist with the maintenance and necessary preparations of athletic facilities and fields for practices, sporting and non-sporting events.
• Will perform semi-skilled tasks, such as event setup and breakdown.

20% - Facility Maintenance

• This position will help keep department facilities maintained to a safe, acceptable level through inspection, light repairs, and preventative maintenance. Report all issues and violations to supervisor.

15% - Custodial

• This position will perform custodial services of department facilities, including locker rooms, bathrooms, showers, playing areas, bleachers, and vacuuming.

5% - Equipment Operation and Maintenance

• This position will ensure all department equipment is properly inspected, used, maintained, serviced, and repaired.
• Maintain and conform to all safety protocols.
• Operate all equipment in manner in which designed.

10% - Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• This position will have other duties assigned outside of normal duties to support the department. This may include, but is not limited to, training classes and and department meetings.

Additional Job Description

Salary: up to $40,000 commensurate with experience and internal alignment.

Job Profile

JP0222 - Trades Technician III - Nonexempt - Salary - S04

Compensation Grade

S04

Position Restrictions

Restricted Funds

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