Athletic Groundskeeper: Field & Irrigation Pro

COLLEGE CORNER; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

College of Charleston is seeking a Groundskeeper to assist with maintaining athletic fields, gardens, and surrounding grounds at Patriots Point Athletics Complex and Tennis Center. The role requires ability to follow written and oral instructions and involve lifting up to 50 lbs, driving state vehicles, and working outdoors in all weather.

Preferred candidates have groundskeeping or related maintenance experience, knowledge of landscape plants and irrigation, and a valid SC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping or maintenance is preferred.
• Applicants must be able to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of landscape plants and irrigation systems is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Weed, mulch, plant, and maintain established beds and plantings.
• Edges, mows fields, and keeps complex grounds clean and safe.
• Assist with irrigation maintenance and monitor plant health.
• Operate and maintain landscape equipment and report issues.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Valid SC driver's license

Lift 50 lbs

Plant and irrigation knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

College of Charleston is seeking a Groundskeeper to assist with maintaining athletic fields, gardens, and surrounding grounds at Patriots Point Athletics Complex and Tennis Center. The role requires ability to follow written and oral instructions and involve lifting up to 50 lbs, driving state vehicles, and working outdoors in all weather.

Preferred candidates have groundskeeping or related maintenance experience, knowledge of landscape plants and irrigation, and a valid SC driver’s license.