Groundskeeper, Athletic Fields

Loyola Marymount University; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 32,387 - 40,473; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University seeks an Athletic Field Maintenance position to ensure safe and high-quality playing surfaces for various sports. Responsibilities include maintaining baseball and softball fields, applying fertilizers and pesticides, and preparing fields for athletic events.

Qualifications include two or four years of relevant education or experience, a valid California pesticide applicator’s license, and a strong attention to detail. The role offers a competitive salary and requires some weekend and overtime availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in athletic field maintenance.
• Valid California pesticide applicator’s license or obtain within the first year of employment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of turf, skinned area, and pitcher's mound.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and prepare five athletic fields for games and practices.
• Safely apply fertilizers and pesticides using spray equipment.
• Identify and address diseases and pests affecting plant materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Demonstrated knowledge of athletic field maintenance

Computer competency

Ability to work weekends and overtime

Education

Two or Four Year Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Science or related field

Job description

Maintain five athletic fields creating safe, high quality playing surfaces for baseball, softball, soccer, and two practice fields.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance on both baseball and softball fields, including skin, home plate, pitcher’s mound, bullpens, baselines, and warning track.
• Aerate, topdress, and overseed all athletic fields.
• Safely apply fertilizer and pesticides with various hand and power spray equipment.
• Observe and identify diseases, insects, weeds, or other organisms attacking plant material and take appropriate steps to eradicate the problem.
• Prepare athletic fields (e.g., drag/layout/line fields, repairing rodent damage, divots, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities, and athletic events, including practices and games.
• Operate all necessary equipment pertaining to athletic field maintenance.
• Access and utilize the Facilities Management work order system to meet customer requests in a timely fashion.
• Safely operate university owned vehicles and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
• Conduct all aspects of the program in accordance with the rules and policies established by Loyola Marymount University, the Athletics Department, all Sports Conference Affiliations, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Complete all required rules compliance information. Participate in an annual evaluation of adherence to rules compliance with the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in athletic field maintenance.
• Valid California pesticide applicator’s license, or obtain within the first year of employment to supervise the use of, and apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• High attention to detail to ensure a finished product that meets university expectations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of athletic field maintenance, including turf, skinned area, pitcher's mound, and home plate.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime when required.
• Demonstrated computer competency.

Education

• Two or Four Year Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Science or related field from an accredited university, or equivalent experience.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid California pesticide applicator’s license, or obtain within the first year of employment to supervise and apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record as evidenced by the DMV.

Physical Demands

Constantly required to sit, use finger movement, speak clearly, hear conversation, and see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift, carry, and push up to 50lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, and use depth perception.

Shift Schedule

Saturday–Wednesday 6:30am–3:00pm.

Salary

Hiring salary $23.51 per hour; regular salary range $23.51 – $29.38 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit a resume.

EEO Statement

Loyola Marymount University is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin (including language and language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age 40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal, state or local law. The University does not discriminate on these bases, or any other basis protected by law, in the administration of any of its education or admissions policies, scholarship or loan programs, athletics, and other school‑administered policies and programs, or in its employment policies and practices. All University policies, practices, and procedures are administered in a manner consistent with LMU's Jesuit identity and character. To learn more about the University's Statement of Non-Discrimination policy and related grievance procedures, please contact [e-mail] or 310-568-6105. To learn more about Federal & State Employment Notices, please contact the HR department.