Athletic Field Technician I

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South USA’s Athletic Field Maintenance department is seeking to hire an Athletic Field Technician I to support groundskeeping on varsity fields at the Main Campus.

Responsibilities include mowing, edging, weed eating, operating tractors and mowers, painting fields, and maintaining equipment. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs and work some nights or weekends, with driving of a university vehicle as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of groundskeeping experience.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Assists in performing maintenance on athletic fields and facilities to include mowing, edging, raking, weed eating, trimming and other tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Assists in the preparation of playing surfaces.
• Operates equipment such as tractor, riding lawn mower to include reel-type multiple-gang equipment, line trimmer, blower, edger, spreader, sprayer, and other equipment required for proper field maintenance.
• Assists in maintaining equipment and tools and keeping facilities clean.
• Paints playing fields according to sport specifications.
• Moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Works related events which will require nights and weekends.
• Uses a university vehicle to travel to and from work sites.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional overtime hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractor

Riding lawn mower

Reel-type equipment

Line trimmer

Blower

Edger

Spreader

Sprayer

Job description

High school diploma or equivalent, one year of groundskeeping experience, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Athletic Field Maintenance department is seeking to hire an Athletic Field Technician I.

Essential Functions

• Assists in performing maintenance on athletic fields and facilities to include mowing, edging, raking, weed eating, trimming and other tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Assists in the preparation of playing surfaces.
• Operates equipment such as tractor, riding lawn mower to include reel-type multiple-gang equipment, line trimmer, blower, edger, spreader, sprayer, and other equipment required for proper field maintenance.
• Assists in maintaining equipment and tools and keeping facilities clean.
• Paints playing fields according to sport specifications.
• Moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Works related events which will require nights and weekends.
• Uses a university vehicle to travel to and from work sites.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional overtime hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/26/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days

Working Days Monday - Friday

Working Hours

Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Location

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individualsfor staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than High School
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
• * How many years of related experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • Between 1 - 3 years
  • Between 3 - 5 years
  • Between 5 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • USA website
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Indeed
  • HigherEd Jobs
  • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
  • Facebook
  • Word of mouth
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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