Outdoor Installations Technician — Playgrounds & Turf

Qualified Staffing; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualified Staffing is seeking hardworking Installers for a hands-on outdoor construction opportunity. This role involves installing playground equipment, turf, shade structures, and concrete features at schools and parks.

The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, is comfortable with hand/power tools, and takes pride in quality work. It is a physically demanding job requiring teamwork and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools, measuring equipment, and performing basic math.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor labor.
• Willingness to travel overnight for projects.
• Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team.
• Must have personal work boots.

Responsibilities

• Install commercial playground equipment, including slides, climbers, posts, decking, and safety surfacing.
• Prepare and install artificial turf, including cutting, seaming, securing, and adding infill.
• Assist with installation of shade structures, steel frames, and support posts.
• Perform concrete work, including forming, pouring, leveling, and finishing.
• Complete excavation, grading, digging, and ground preparation.
• Load, unload, and organize materials, equipment, and tools at job sites.
• Read and follow installation drawings, measurements, and instructions.
• Operate or assist with equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, and power tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Travel with the installation crew to job sites throughout Tennessee, Alabama, and Kentucky.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading blueprints

Measuring

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Skid steers

Mini excavators

Compactors

Construction equipment operation

Job description

Qualified Staffing is seeking hardworking Installers for a hands-on outdoor construction opportunity. This role involves installing playground equipment, turf, shade structures, and concrete features at schools and parks.

The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, is comfortable with hand/power tools, and takes pride in quality work. It is a physically demanding job requiring teamwork and safety focus.