Sports Turf Technician — Landscape Specialist

JMU Careers; Harrisonburg (VA); Presencial; USD 32 000 - 35 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Generous leave

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Well-being program

Tuition waiver

Resumo da oferta

James Madison University’s Facilities Management seeks a Landscape Specialist (Sports Turf Technician) to maintain sports turf facilities’ safety, playability, and aesthetics. Prior sports turf experience is helpful; this is a growth opportunity with a dedicated team.

The shift is typically Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with overtime for events, weather, and summer adjustments. Employment is full-time and benefits are provided.

Qualificações

• Able to learn to use turfgrass maintenance equipment including reel and rotary mowers, hand tools, weed eaters, edgers, and tractors with attachments.
• Ability to work independently, be flexible to changing environments and schedules, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
• Must possess effective communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Must be at least 19 years old with a valid driver’s license and 24 months of driving, with a valid Motor Vehicle Report.
• Virginia Pesticide Registered Technician’s License or ability to obtain within one year; training provided.

Responsabilidades

• Perform general landscape maintenance.
• Maintain all athletic fields including turfgrass management (synthetic and natural).
• Daily field inspections.
• Operate landscape equipment and inspect irrigation equipment.
• Lead the work of assigned wage and summer staff.
• Perform safe application of pesticides and fertilizers.
• Work all home football games.
• Work during periods of authorized closings as an essential employee.

Conhecimentos

Equipment operation

Independent work

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Pesticide license

Ferramentas

Irrigation equipment

Mowers/tractors with attachments

Descrição da oferta de emprego

James Madison University’s Facilities Management seeks a Landscape Specialist (Sports Turf Technician) to maintain sports turf facilities’ safety, playability, and aesthetics. Prior sports turf experience is helpful; this is a growth opportunity with a dedicated team.

The shift is typically Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with overtime for events, weather, and summer adjustments. Employment is full-time and benefits are provided.