grounds keeper-nonstudent

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks a Grounds Keeper (non-student) for the Athletics-Grounds department in Kentucky. Responsibilities include maintaining athletic fields, assisting during events, and ensuring optimal playing conditions. Candidates should have relevant ground maintenance skills and the physical ability to lift and work outside. This role is essential for the upkeep of athletic facilities, especially during games and practices. Driving is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in ground maintenance and athletic facility support.
• Physically capable of standing, walking, and lifting 50 pounds.
• Must be able to drive and work in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily maintenance of athletic playing surfaces.
• Maintain common areas at athletic facilities.
• Setup for game-day events.
• Apply fertilizers at athletic fields.
• Paint playing fields as needed.
• Care for playing surfaces after games.

Skills

Ground maintenance knowledge

Physical strength

Ability to work outdoors

Driving skills

Job description

Position Details

Title: grounds keeper-nonstudent

Department: Athletics-Grounds

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: Advertised Salary: Not specified, Anticipated Start Date: 12/01/2024, Posting Date: 11/04/2024, Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily maintenance of playing surfaces at various athletic facilities, including mowing, irrigating, and traveling to the facilities.
• Assist with maintenance of common areas at athletic facilities.
• Assist with game-day setup for various sporting events.
• Assist with fertilizer applications at various athletic fields.
• Assist with painting playing fields at Sanford Stadium and other athletic facilities for practice and games.
• Assist with post‑game care of playing surfaces at Sanford Stadium (filling divots, removing team benches and dog house).
• Perform other related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills, abilities, or competencies relevant to ground maintenance and athletic facility support.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and work outdoors in moderate to high noise conditions.
• Driving required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.