Athletic Field Turf Technician

UCF Athletics Association; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

UCF Athletics Association in Orlando is looking for a Sports Turf Technician. This role involves maintaining athletic facilities including infield management and field repairs for baseball and softball fields. Candidates should have experience in turf management and the ability to work outdoors under varying conditions.

The position may require evening, weekend, and holiday work. A strong commitment to customer service and compliance with NCAA regulations is essential. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience with an Associate's degree or 3 years with a high school diploma.
• Relevant coursework in sports turf or horticulture can substitute for experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and operate heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform field maintenance for baseball and softball.
• Assist with field layout and logo marking.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides as needed.
• Operate field maintenance equipment.

Skills

Field maintenance

Equipment operation

Field repairs

Pesticide application

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in related field

High school diploma with experience

Tools

Field maintenance equipment

Job description

UCF Athletics Association in Orlando is looking for a Sports Turf Technician. This role involves maintaining athletic facilities including infield management and field repairs for baseball and softball fields. Candidates should have experience in turf management and the ability to work outdoors under varying conditions.

The position may require evening, weekend, and holiday work. A strong commitment to customer service and compliance with NCAA regulations is essential. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and employee discounts.