Temporary Grounds Crew Member

CU Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Job summary

CU Boulder Athletics is hiring a temporary grounds crew member to support all grounds work for athletic facilities in Boulder. You will perform mowing, trimming, field painting prep, event setups, and weather-related maintenance while communicating effectively and taking direction as needed.

The role requires physical labor, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability and willingness to work significant and irregular hours including home games and events.

Responsibilities

• Mowing and general grounds maintenance.
• Trimming and field painting preparations.
• Event setups and post-event cleanups.
• Snow and ice mitigation.
• Campus grounds cleaning.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to take direction

Ground maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in turf management

Tools

Turf management equipment

Job description

Requisition Number: 74118

Location: Boulder, Colorado

City: Boulder

State: Colorado

Employment Type: Temporary Staff

Schedule: Full-Time

Posting Close Date: 23-Aug-2026

Date Posted: 10-Aug-2026

Job Summary

CU Boulder Athletics encourages applications for a temporary grounds crew member! This position will assist with all grounds related work for CU Athletics. The successful candidate will have good communication skills, the ability to take direction, and a background in ground maintenance. Duties will require physical labor in many cases.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)-and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region-our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

This position will assist the Director of Athletic Grounds and primary facility contacts in the day-to-day turf management operations of all athletic facilities in preparation for practices, competitions, and special events. Duties to include mowing, trimming and general grounds maintenance, assisting with field painting and event setups, snow and ice mitigation, as well as cleaning of campus grounds.

What You Should Know

This is a temporary, full time position (40 hours per week, with potential for overtime for events like football, Athletic events, and concerts). Weekends and holidays may be required.

What We Can Offer

The hire rate for this position will be $22.00 - $25.00 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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Be active. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• High School Diploma.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability and willingness to work significant and irregular hours which includes all home football games, concerts and other athletic and special events.

What You Will Need

• Turf management equipment operation.
• Understanding of athletic field management.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Associate's degree (or equivalent experience) in turf management or similar field.
• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of athletic fields at the collegiate level or higher.