Athletic Field Maintenance Technician

The University of Rhode Island; Kingston, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island in Kingston is seeking a Sportsfield Maintenance Tech to maintain athletic fields, landscapes, and outdoor surfaces to NCAA Division I standards. You will oversee turf equipment operation, field line striping, irrigation, and seasonal maintenance tasks across campus.

Qualified applicants will hold a valid pesticide license and have multiple years of field maintenance experience, with a preference for higher education in turfgrass management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of athletic field maintenance methods and safety practices.
• Experience with turf fertilization, irrigation, and pesticide applications.
• Ability to supervise skilled and unskilled personnel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf, landscaping, and athletic field surfaces to NCAA standards.
• Operate turf equipment and manage field painting, line striping, and sodding.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and vendor inspections for field maintenance.

Skills

Athletic field maintenance knowledge

Pesticide licensing

Supervise staff

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Turfgrass management or related field

Job description

The University of Rhode Island in Kingston is seeking a Sportsfield Maintenance Tech to maintain athletic fields, landscapes, and outdoor surfaces to NCAA Division I standards. You will oversee turf equipment operation, field line striping, irrigation, and seasonal maintenance tasks across campus.

Qualified applicants will hold a valid pesticide license and have multiple years of field maintenance experience, with a preference for higher education in turfgrass management.