Student Athletic Groundskeeper – Field Maintenance

University of Central Missouri (UCM); Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) is seeking a Student Worker to assist the Athletic Grounds staff with the daily maintenance, preparation, and upkeep of athletic fields and surrounding areas.

This position offers hands-on experience in sports field maintenance, landscaping, turf care, equipment operation, and general grounds maintenance. Driver's license is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a student.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting and carrying.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mowing, trimming, edging and general maintenance of athletic fields and grounds.
• Prepare athletic fields for practices, games and events.
• Assist with field lining, painting, dragging, aerating and other turf maintenance.
• Maintain facilities surrounding athletic areas and spectator spaces.
• Operate hand tools and approved equipment under supervision.
• Assist with weed control, landscaping and planting activities.
• Set up and remove athletic field equipment and assist with event preparations.
• Report equipment damage or field issues to supervisor.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Physical labor

Education

Enrolled student

Tools

Grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) is seeking a Student Worker to assist the Athletic Grounds staff with the daily maintenance, preparation, and upkeep of athletic fields and surrounding areas.

This position offers hands-on experience in sports field maintenance, landscaping, turf care, equipment operation, and general grounds maintenance. Driver's license is required for this role.