Sports Turf Manager Jobs

By Modern Turf, September 23 - Irmo, South Carolina

We are a Sports Turf Company located in Columbia South Carolina, in search of a skilled employee to handle our agronomy department. Candidates must have a associates or bachelors degree in turf grass management or at least 6 years experience in the turf management field. Also candidates must have or be able to obtain a S.C. pesticide license in less than 6 months. Daily tasks include, working along side upper management and other crew managers to full-fill turf management contracts. Chemical and Granular applications, as well as assessing fields on a daily basis. Salary range between $30k to $50k based on experience. A company truck and full benefits as well for the selected candidate. 

By University of Arizona, Facilities Management, August 26 - Tucson, Arizona

This position assists the Turf Manager in running the daily operations of The University of Arizona Athletic Fields and Grounds which include: scheduling and coordinating the daily work of laborers; planning field improvement projects, and coordinating with outside contractors in the execution of those projects; planning and executing primary (fertility and pesticide applications) and secondary turf cultural activities (topdressing, aeration, etc); monitoring and implementing quality control protocols for employees; preparing fields for athletic practices and events; managing and repairing irrigation system; managing equipment inventory and communicating with mechanic; managing fertilizer and pesticide inventory. Must be able to lead the UA Turf Department in the absence of the Turf Manager. This position will at times require working non-standard hours. Duties & Responsibilities • Coordinates and directs a crew to insure timely preparation of fields.  • Co-Supervises staff of 11 full-time employees, or their equivalent, on a regular basis.  • Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees, or makes related recommendations that are given particular weight.  • Trains, participates and supervises staff in all aspects of field maintenance.  • Reviews projects for structural and operational safety.  • Top dresses, aerates, slices, sods and fertilizes all fields.  • Directs and participates in the precise mowing and lining of fields.  • Prepares and paints logos and lines for events.  • Coordinates with coaches and event staff.  • Maintains multiple facilities on-site such as multiple fields.  • Prepares and maintains records and reports. • Coordinates periodically with supervisor and receives guidance as to desired standards or quality of service provided.  • Ensures subordinates compliance with established safety guidelines. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities • Thorough knowledge of and ability to plan the work and lead a work team in turf management and field preparation. • Thorough knowledge of the use and maintenance of specialty equipment used in field maintenance. • Thorough knowledge of athletic field maintenance. • Ability to work in a high profile environment.