Sports Turf & Grounds Assistant

• Execute daily maintenance plans on property including, but not limited to mowing, field renovation and cultural practices, field layout and painting, fertilizer and pesticide application, tarp installation/strike, and perform snow removal operations
• Operate utility vehicles, tractors, mowers, string trimmers, hand tools, and other equipment
• Monitor, troubleshoot, repair, and program irrigation systems
• Maintain associated turf maintenance logs, chemical application logs, and MSDS manuals
• Assist with NFLPA mandated field testing
• Communicate turf needs, maintenance requirements, and priority recommendations to Turf staff 
• Execute field setup and strike for team practices and/or special events
• Execute synthetic turf maintenance practices
• Execute daily maintenance plans on property including native grass areas, planting beds, trees, and shrubs
• Perform cultural practices including trimming, pruning, weeding, and edging
• Monitor, troubleshoot, repair, and program irrigation systems
• Execute weed management plan through mechanical and chemical applications
• Other duties as assigned

• Associate degree or Certificate in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Agriculture, or equivalent from an accredited program; or two (2) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1-3 years related experience.
• Basic knowledge of turfgrass management, landscape management, computerized irrigation systems, parking lot and sidewalk maintenance, field layout and painting techniques, snow removal equipment and procedures
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and remain standing/walking/bending over 50% of the workday
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must work flexible and extended hours including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays
• Must maintain confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Agriculture, or equivalent from an accredited university; or three (3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
•  Thorough knowledge of turfgrass management, landscape management, computerized irrigation systems, parking lot and sidewalk maintenance, field layout and painting techniques, snow removal equipment and procedures
• Adept at operating and maintaining industry-standard equipment
• Ability to work closely with all members of the organization, with high level of commitment required

Salary : $40,000 - $48,000