Sports Turf Technician - Starkey Ranch District Park

Pasco County, FL • Odessa, FL

38d • Onsite

About The Position

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SPORTS TURF/HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN! This role is a skilled position under limited supervision, assisting and directing an assigned phase of sport turf maintenance, field renovations and general landscape improvements.

Requirements

• Knowledge and skill in the application, installation and maintenance of sport turf and ballfield care, maintenance and renovations.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment and supplies used in turf care.
• Ability to understand, interpret and effectively carry out complex, oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge in turf grass, irrigation and soil composition.
• Ability to maintain operating records and prepares reports.
• Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment.
• Ability to calibrate equipment and perform mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions relating to chemical applications.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and productive working relationships.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and various equipment to include aerators, top dressers, sprayers and spreaders.
• PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to bend, stoop, walk and squat frequently. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability to perform work out-of-doors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. Ability to handle prolonged periods of work while wearing safety equipment (i.e. respirator, spray suit, gloves). Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
• EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Three (3) years experience in athletic field and sport turf care and/or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM) preferred.
• Possession of a Commercial Pesticide Application License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates and assists in supervising the maintenance of athletic sport turf, ballfield care and renovations, landscaping and related projects and activities.
• Personally operates and assists with work of equipment, sprayers, spreaders, tractors, sweepers, aerators and related equipment.
• Follows all safety practices and procedures.
• Inspects and maintains equipment.
• Makes general operating decisions and determines most efficient use of equipment and staff in the absence of the Sports Turf Supervisor.
• Maintains detailed operating records and prepares reports.
• Keeps supervisor informed orally and in writing.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and push or pull heavy objects.
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees