Athletic Groundskeeper (Temporary)

Abilene Christian University; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Abilene Christian University is seeking a part-time, hourly Grounds/Facilities Technician to maintain athletic fields and related areas. The role supports the Athletics Director of Grounds and requires being on call during certain periods and working during events.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years’ turf maintenance experience, with preferred irrigation/chemical applicator licenses. You will operate turf equipment and collaborate with coaches and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of turf and facility maintenance preferred.
• Chemical applicator and/or irrigation license is preferred but not mandatory.
• Knowledge and experience operating turf maintenance equipment, hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sports fields, adjacent common areas and facilities to a professional level.
• Assist other trades and grounds personnel in projects related to facility maintenance.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and communicating with outside vendors, campus staff and coaches to maintain facility at the highest level.
• Work ACU athletics games and other outside events on a regular basis.
• Mow, edge, weed-eat, blow, and power wash sports fields and adjacent areas.
• Prepare athletics fields and facilities for events and game days.
• Work ACU athletics games and other outside events during non-regular hours.
• Assist with irrigation repair and maintenance as needed.
• Assist in annual facility maintenance projects such as hanging nets, wall pads and other projects as determined by the Director.
• Empty trash before, during and after games and events.
• Fill out works orders and maintain other written documentation as needed.
• Order materials and supplies as needed.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with athletics department coaches and staff.
• Assist with routine maintenance and repair of university owned equipment.
• Learn and understand annual athletics calendar to better plan and prepare for future.
• Commitment to details while keeping big picture in mind.
• Be on call during certain periods of time as determined by the Director.
• Assist with salt/ice melt as needed.
• A team player, willing to help as needed without hesitation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Turf maintenance

Equipment operation

Hand tools

Power tools

Irrigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Irrigation equipment

Chemical applicator license

Job description

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. Responsible for maintaining all ACU athletics facilities, fields and other common areas associated with each facility. Reports to the Athletics Director of Grounds. This position is hourly half-time and will work approximately 20 hours per week.

Basic Responsibilities

• Maintain sports fields, adjacent common areas and facilities to a professional level.
• Assist other trades and grounds personnel in projects related to facility maintenance.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and communicating with outside vendors, campus staff and coaches to maintain facility at the highest level.
• Work ACU athletics games and other outside events on a regular basis.

Essential Duties

• Mow, edge, weed-eat, blow, and power wash sports fields and adjacent areas.
• Prepare athletics fields and facilities for events and game days.
• Work ACU athletics games and other outside events during non-regular hours.
• Assist with irrigation repair and maintenance as needed.
• Assist in annual facility maintenance projects such as hanging nets, wall pads and other projects as determined by the Director.
• Empty trash before, during and after games and events.
• Fill out works orders and maintain other written documentation as needed.
• Order materials and supplies as needed.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with athletics department coaches and staff.
• Assist with routine maintenance and repair of university owned equipment.
• Learn and understand annual athletics calendar to better plan and prepare for future.
• Commitment to details while keeping big picture in mind.
• Be on call during certain periods of time as determined by the Director.
• Assist with salt/ice melt as needed.
• A team player, willing to help as needed without hesitation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in turf and facility maintenance. 1-2 years preferred.
• Chemical applicator and/or irrigation license is preferred but not mandatory.
• Knowledge and experience operating turf maintenance equipment, hand and power tools.

Personal

• Honest; responsible.
• Good moral character. Neat and clean.
• Punctual, reliable, and self-motivated.

Physical Demands

The scope of this positions requires works outdoors in the elements (heat/cold) on a frequent and regular basis. Be in good health and endure long hours of work. Operate and handle equipment and machinery. Ability to lift and carry a minimum of fifty pounds.

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

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