Athletic Fields Specialist

UNIVERSITY OF LYNCHBURG • Lynchburg, VA

123d • $18 - $22

About The Position

Performs a variety of specialized grounds maintenance work in the preparation and maintenance of athletic fields and surrounding landscaped areas. Layouts, marks and lines grass and play areas for practice and competitions; line with appropriate marking materials or equipment to delineate the area of play and restricting lines as prescribed and established by league and sport rules; grade and water infields and build mounds. Maintains and repairs grass, sod and infield areas; mow, edge and trim athletic fields and surrounding landscaped areas; perform a variety of grounds maintenance duties including preparing and cultivating soils, fertilizing, weeding, pruning and other activities. Fertilizes and applies chemical to control insects, diseases and rodents; maintains application schedule and records. Aerates and irrigates field areas; maintains and repairs irrigation systems to assure proper and safe operating conditions; set timers and heads for proper time and distribution of water. Prepares clay surface for pitching and batting areas; drag infield areas and base paths according to established procedures. Performs minor maintenance and repair work on equipment and facilities; assists in setting up equipment and facilities for special events; maintains routine records related to work activities. Operates and maintains a variety of light to heavy equipment including mowers, edgers, pruners, power sweepers, blowers, sprayers, forklifts, tractors, trucks, line marking machines and other related equipment as required. Learns and applies emerging technologies as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner. Participate in University efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Sufficient grounds experience to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in approaching work and interactions in an equity-minded manner.
• Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Layouts, marks and lines grass and play areas for practice and competitions.
• Maintains and repairs grass, sod and infield areas.
• Mow, edge and trim athletic fields and surrounding landscaped areas.
• Fertilizes and applies chemicals to control insects, diseases and rodents.
• Aerates and irrigates field areas; maintains and repairs irrigation systems.
• Prepares clay surface for pitching and batting areas.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair work on equipment and facilities.
• Operates and maintains a variety of light to heavy equipment.
• Learns and applies emerging technologies as necessary.
• Participates in diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

Benefits

• Full time position with a salary range of $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED