Sports Turf Technician

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for the position of Sports Turf Technician to assist with maintenance of the various outdoor Athletic facilities.

The Sports Turf Technician position exists to provide turf and grounds maintenance services for the Department of Athletics in an effort to achieve operational excellence. Primary Responsibilities are maintaining the grounds and assisting with all athletics fields. Additional responsibilities include: exemplary customer service to internal and external constituencies; performing repair, maintenance and upkeep duties on grounds at various facilities that are utilized by the Athletics Department, student-athletes, sports fans and general public; performing mechanical repairs; assisting in the preparation, maintenance, and clean-up of outdoor athletic facilities for games, special events, and day-to-day operations; assists, as needed, in set-up and teardown for sports related and various events; assisting to ensure the proper care, use and maintenance of equipment, tools and supplies; and ensuring tasks are performed in a safe manner.

Experience in general grounds keeping and landscaping preferred. Ability to be extremely flexible in terms of work schedule (evenings, weekends, and overtime) required. Knowledge of the EPA guidelines for the application and storage of fertilizers and pest control chemicals preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to comply with EPA and University guidelines for the application of fertilizers and pest control chemicals. Ability to assist in the care, usage and maintenance of small & tractor engines, power equipment and tools. Ability to assist daily in preparation, clean-up, and on-site needs associated with the use of athletic facilities. Ability to ensure the safe use of grounds maintenance equipment. ​

Minimum Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Some prior relevant work experience

Licensure: Valid driver's license.

About the Position

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for the position of Sports Turf Technician to assist with maintenance of the various outdoor Athletic facilities.

The Sports Turf Technician position exists to provide turf and grounds maintenance services for the Department of Athletics in an effort to achieve operational excellence. Primary Responsibilities are maintaining the grounds and assisting with all athletics fields. Additional responsibilities include: exemplary customer service to internal and external constituencies; performing repair, maintenance and upkeep duties on grounds at various facilities that are utilized by the Athletics Department, student-athletes, sports fans and general public; performing mechanical repairs; assisting in the preparation, maintenance, and clean-up of outdoor athletic facilities for games, special events, and day-to-day operations; assists, as needed, in set-up and teardown for sports related and various events; assisting to ensure the proper care, use and maintenance of equipment, tools and supplies; and ensuring tasks are performed in a safe manner.

Experience in general grounds keeping and landscaping preferred. Ability to be extremely flexible in terms of work schedule (evenings, weekends, and overtime) required. Knowledge of the EPA guidelines for the application and storage of fertilizers and pest control chemicals preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to comply with EPA and University guidelines for the application of fertilizers and pest control chemicals. Ability to assist in the care, usage and maintenance of small & tractor engines, power equipment and tools. Ability to assist daily in preparation, clean-up, and on-site needs associated with the use of athletic facilities. Ability to ensure the safe use of grounds maintenance equipment. ​

Minimum Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Some prior relevant work experience

Licensure: Valid driver's license.

About the Position

The selected candidate will pass a background check. This position will not sponsor applications for immigration now or in the future. This is a full-time position with UVa benefits. The salary range for this position is $18.00-20.00/hour commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Physical Demands

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs in order to complete jobs. The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while performing duties.

To Apply:

Please do not forward any applicant materials directly to staff of the Department of Athletics. Please apply online, by searching for requisition number  R0084360. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume

• Contact information for three professional references

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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