Athletic Field Turf Technician

Southern Methodist University; Dallas (TX); Sur place; USD 57 859 000 - 71 635 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

Southern Methodist University is seeking a Grounds Technician to assist with daily operations of the Sports Turf Management Department across multiple venues, including football stadiums and intramural fields. You will perform turf repairs, line painting, fertilizing, irrigation work, and equipment maintenance.

The role requires flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as outdoor work year-round.

Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate’s degree in turfgrass science or horticulture is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of work experience is required; collegiate or athletic field maintenance experience is preferred.
• Experience operating sports field equipment (tractors, mowers, topdressers, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage CMMS and IWMS systems is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Mow turf on athletic and intramural fields using various mowing equipment.
• Paint lines and logos, mix paint, and prepare painting equipment for field markings.
• Fertilize, aerate, and topdress as needed; manage irrigation heads and basic systems.
• Chemically spray using backpack sprayers for smaller applications.
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on field equipment and irrigation systems.
• Assist with game-day setup for Ford Stadium, Wescott Field, and intramural fields.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Formation

High school diploma

Associate degree in turfgrass science

Outils

CMMS

IWMS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Southern Methodist University is seeking a Grounds Technician to assist with daily operations of the Sports Turf Management Department across multiple venues, including football stadiums and intramural fields. You will perform turf repairs, line painting, fertilizing, irrigation work, and equipment maintenance.

The role requires flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as outdoor work year-round.