Coordinator Athletic Turf and Grounds

Genesis Distribution; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Distribution (if applicable) or the relevant unit is seeking a Grounds and Turf Maintenance professional to coordinate and supervise athletic field upkeep for practices and events. The role includes ensuring compliance with NCAA field standards and supervising equipment, chemicals, and irrigation systems.

The candidate should have an Associate's degree (or two years of college) with one year of grounds and turf maintenance experience, plus a valid driver's license and work authorization

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college with one year in grounds and turf maintenance experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, supervision, and execution of athletic field maintenance for practices, events, and games.
• Ensure field layout and painting meet NCAA regulations.
• Assist equipment operators and supervise chemical mixtures and calibration where required.
• Maintain irrigation systems, pumps, and drainage; oversee shop/storage areas.
• Support game day maintenance operations and postgame cleanup; act as liaison when Director is absent.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Education

Associate's degree

Two years of college

One year grounds and turf maintenance

Job description

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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