Athletic Field Turf Specialist

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Athletics in Baton Rouge seeks a professional Grounds Technician to support the maintenance of athletic playing surfaces, including mowing, turf care, irrigation, and drainage tasks, ensuring NCAA-compliant field conditions.

The role involves leading small crews, coordinating renovations and repairs to surfaces, and assisting event operations staff for facility readiness. Candidates should have a turf-related qualification or degree and be able to work extended days, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in turfgrass management, agronomy/plant soil systems, or related field and no prior turf-related experience OR
• Associate’s Degree and/or Turfgrass Certificate with two years of turf-related experience OR
• High School Diploma and four years of turf-related experience

Responsibilities

• Mowing, preparation of game/practice surfaces to NCAA regulations and head coach preferences; edging, string trimming, hardscape maintenance, irrigation/drainage repairs and installation.
• Pruning, weeding of landscape, sod work including topdressing, verti-cutting, aerification, seeding; infield skin and warning track maintenance; daily inspections of assigned areas.
• Lead small groups of staff for project work including sod work, drainage installation/repair, irrigation work; manage weekly/monthly maintenance plans and meet deadlines for field preparation for NCAA events.
• Meet with coaches/operations staff to ensure daily facility requirements are met; contribute to LSU Athletics initiatives and participate in development opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in turfgrass management

Associate’s Degree and/or Turfgrass Certificate

High School Diploma + four years turf-related experience

Job description

LSU Athletics in Baton Rouge seeks a professional Grounds Technician to support the maintenance of athletic playing surfaces, including mowing, turf care, irrigation, and drainage tasks, ensuring NCAA-compliant field conditions.

The role involves leading small crews, coordinating renovations and repairs to surfaces, and assisting event operations staff for facility readiness. Candidates should have a turf-related qualification or degree and be able to work extended days, weekends, and holidays.