Coordinator Athletic Turf and Grounds

University of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Memphis in Memphis, TN is seeking a Grounds and Turf Maintenance role to coordinate and perform maintenance for athletic fields and facilities supporting practices, events and NCAA games.

Responsibilities include supervising equipment operation, managing mowing, irrigation, and field painting to NCAA standards, and serving as liaison in the department’s absence. Valid driver’s license required; associate degree or two years of college plus turf maintenance experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or two years of college plus one year in grounds and turf maintenance OR two years as Landscape Worker I with Athletics training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, supervision, and maintenance of athletic fields and facilities for practices, events and games.
• Ensure field layout and painting meet NCAA regulations.
• Assist equipment operators with mowing and maintenance; supervise chemical mixtures and calibration.
• Oversee irrigation and drainage systems; maintain shop/storage areas.
• Assist in game day maintenance and postgame cleanup; attend NCAA games as needed.
• Serve as liaison for the Athletic Department in the director’s absence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grounds and turf maintenance

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Job description

Decemeber 2026 graduates encouraged to apply as we can work with you on a start date

Coordinates administrative and/or operational functions of an organizational unit under the supervision of a manager or director. May supervise and/or provide guidance to employees or be responsible for the management of programs, initiatives or events.

Works collaboratively in the coordination of planning, supervising, and executing the maintenance of athletic fields (natural grass and synthetic surfaces): Assists in direction of preparation planning, and maintenance of all facilities for practices, athletics events and games. Coordinates and assists in making sure the layout and painting of athletic fields meet proper NCAA regulations.

Assist equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment and/or operates mowing and other equipment; supervises chemical mixtures, applications and/or calibrates chemical operation equipment; supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of water pumps, and the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems including: Assist in the oversight and upkeep of turf maintenance equipment; Assist in the oversight and maintenance of all common ground areas (including trash removal and debris); assists in keeping a well-organized and clean shop/storage area(s)’ Supervises and assists in coordination of small groups in various renovation projects.

Assists in game day maintenance operations that include field preparations and postgame repairs/cleanup, including: Understand NCAA game regulations for baseball, softball and soccer; Regularly attend and work numerous NCAA athletic games, including on nights and weekends, to ensure competition can be completed as scheduled. Serve as liaison on behalf of the Athletic Department in the absence of the Director.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Associate’s degree (or two years of college) and one (1) year in grounds and turf maintenance with progressive experience OR two (2) years of experience as a Landscape Worker I at the University of Memphis, and the successful completion of all required Landscape Worker II – Athletics training.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time