Athletics Fields Groundkeeper 3088-70

HES; Suffolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Optional daily pay

Job summary

HES Facilities Management in Suffolk, VA is seeking an Athletics Fields Groundkeeper to maintain safe, high-quality athletic fields and outdoor facilities for district events and community programs. You will handle turf maintenance, irrigation, equipment operation, and field setup for practices, games, tournaments, and community events.

The role requires experience in sports turf or grounds maintenance, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with flexible hours during

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays during sports seasons.

Responsibilities

• Prepare athletic fields for practices and competitions, including lining, dragging, mowing, and setup.
• Maintain natural grass and/or synthetic turf fields.
• Operate and maintain grounds keeping equipment such as mowers, tractors, blowers, utility vehicles, and irrigation systems.
• Perform fertilization, aeration, seeding, watering, and pest/weeds management as directed.
• Inspect fields and facilities for safety hazards and repair needs.
• Maintain dugouts, bleachers, fencing, walkways, and surrounding grounds.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including goals, nets, bases, and field equipment.
• Monitor weather conditions and assist with rain preparation or recovery efforts.
• Maintain inventory of field supplies and report equipment issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and organizational policies.
• Support snow and ice removal as needed (if applicable)

Skills

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Physical strength

Flexible hours

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Irrigation systems

Power tools

Job description

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily.

Position Summary

HES Facilities Management is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Athletics Fields Groundkeeper to maintain safe, high-quality athletic fields and outdoor sports facilities. This position is responsible for turf maintenance, field preparation, irrigation, equipment operation, and general grounds upkeep to support practices, games, tournaments, and community events.The ideal candidate has experience in sports turf management, landscaping, or grounds maintenance and takes pride in maintaining professional athletic environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare athletic fields for practices and competitions, including lining, dragging, mowing, and setup
• Maintain natural grass and/or synthetic turf fields
• Operate and maintain grounds keeping equipment such as mowers, tractors, blowers, utility vehicles, and irrigation systems
• Perform fertilization, aeration, seeding, watering, and pest/weeds management as directed
• Inspect fields and facilities for safety hazards and repair needs
• Maintain dugouts, bleachers, fencing, walkways, and surrounding grounds
• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including goals, nets, bases, and field equipment
• Monitor weather conditions and assist with rain preparation or recovery efforts
• Maintain inventory of field supplies and report equipment issues
• Follow all safety procedures and organizational policies
• Support snow and ice removal as needed (if applicable)

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to operate landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment
• Ability to lift up to [50] pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays during sports seasons

Preferred:

• Experience in athletic field maintenance, landscaping, golf course maintenance, or turf management
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and turf care practices
• Sports Turf Manager certification or related training
• Experience with synthetic turf maintenance

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and equipment operation
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in heat, cold, or inclement weather
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment

Additional Information / Benefits

Optional daily pay

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance

This job reports to the District Manager