Assistant Turf Manager - FAU

Sports Field SolutionsBoca Raton, FL
Onsite

About The Position

Sports Field Solutions is seeking an Assistant Turf Manager to assist in maintaining immaculate sports fields at Florida Atlantic University. The ideal candidate has a passion for sports and the meticulous attention to detail required for high-quality field maintenance. This role involves working as part of a team to uphold a premium brand standard for sports playing surfaces.

Requirements

  • Grounds or turf management experience
  • A valid driver's license
  • A passion for learning and producing high-quality work
  • The ability to communicate effectively with team members and client staff
  • An inclination to value teamwork over ego

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with sports turf at the collegiate level

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, maintain, and restore grounds within assigned fields as directed, including all activities and tasks fundamental to natural grass sports field care for baseball, softball, soccer, and football surfaces.
  • Monitor, report, and resolve irrigation issues, problems, and concerns on assigned fields.
  • Operate powered equipment including mowers, tractors, sprayers, and sod cutters.
  • Report and address field issues such as turf stress, disease, wear areas, and pest activity.
  • Assist with fertility and IPM (Integrated Pest Management) program execution under the direction of the Turf Manager.
  • Perform cultural practices including aeration, topdressing, overseeding, and verticutting.
  • Perform general landscaping duties as assigned.
  • Work with other grounds staff as directed and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Perform preventative maintenance operations on various pieces of equipment.
  • Assist with tarp handling and inclement weather situations as needed.
  • Assist with game day preparations, including line striping and clay work.
  • Supervise and direct field crew operations in the absence of the Turf Manager, ensuring work is completed safely and to standard.
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