Athletic Field Specialist
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jan 22, 2025
Expired Date: Feb 01, 2025QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$24-$26.50/hr -
Years of Experience
3+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Who we are
Why Rensselaer?
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.
Job Summary
The Athletic Field Specialist performs the duties of a Groundskeeper Senior, snow removal, equipment operations associated with the maintenance of the campus grounds, athletic fields and supports all campus wide events. Assist with the campus athletic fields operations and provide turfgrass/artificial turf maintenance guidance. Independently operate loaders and forklift, perform preventative maintenance of irrigation system and apply granular and/or liquid fertilizer to maintain healthy plant growth.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates Degree in sports turfgrass management or related field with 3 years field experience in athletic field maintenance including experience with operating landscape/athletic field maintenance equipment and snow removal equipment
Valid US driver’s license
Who we are
Why Rensselaer?
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.
Job Summary
The Athletic Field Specialist performs the duties of a Groundskeeper Senior, snow removal, equipment operations associated with the maintenance of the campus grounds, athletic fields and supports all campus wide events. Assist with the campus athletic fields operations and provide turfgrass/artificial turf maintenance guidance. Independently operate loaders and forklift, perform preventative maintenance of irrigation system and apply granular and/or liquid fertilizer to maintain healthy plant growth.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates Degree in sports turfgrass management or related field with 3 years field experience in athletic field maintenance including experience with operating landscape/athletic field maintenance equipment and snow removal equipment
Valid US driver’s license
Valid New York State Pesticide Technician’s or Applicator’s License in category 3a. or the ability to obtain within one year of appointment
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to independently operate all landscape, turf maintenance and snow removal equipment
Understanding of irrigation systems, trouble shooting and ability to make minor repairs
Ability to properly mix and apply appropriate pesticides, calibrate spreaders and sprayers
Ability to identify turf grasses and weed species with the understanding of cultural requirements and growth habits
Understanding of artificial turf maintenance
Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic functions
Basic computer skills including Microsoft and job specific software
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Must have the ability to work flexible hours which may include, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving
Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range:
$24.00 - $26.50
Pay transparency disclosure:
The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) .
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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