Sports Turf Technician

By Aramark @ Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center, April 10 - Chula Vista, California

We have 2 positions open for Aramark, at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center. The first position would be from Sunday to Thursday 630am-3pm and the second position is Monday to Friday 630am-3pm. The complex is 163 acres with 25 acres of sportsturf. This is the training site for the San Diego Loyal and US Men/Woman's Rugby Teams. The site has seven primary athletic fields. The sports played at CVEATC are soccer, rugby, and field hockey. These positions would help with maintaining the athletic fields and grounds. 

By J&D Turf, March 27 - Noblesville, Indiana

GENERAL INFORMATION Job Title:  Field Technician Exemption Status:  Non Department:  J&D Turf Operations   POSITION SUMMARY The employee in this position will be responsible for, but not limited to maintenance applications of local athletic fields. This includes spraying, aerifying, granular fertilizer application, seeding, topdressing, and assisting in construction projects.    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Assist field manager in daily maintenance and/or construction projects at same or separate job sites Keep daily records of work performed Load and unload trailers used at job sites daily Maintain and service field and warehouse equipment Keep records of maintenance and service on equipment Communicate with entire organization via email/phone Successfully perform all tasks listed in project descriptions Keep accurate DOT logs and submit them on time Keep accurate IFTA folders and submit them on time Make sure all work is performed safely and to the highest quality Make sure work site is cleaned up after each day   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to perform mound, plate, and infield skin construction and renovation on softball and baseball diamonds Ability to aerify, top-dress, and seed both new and existing turf Ability to spread granular fertilizer and perform liquid spray applications Ability to learn in both direct and self-guided manors. Must be able to quickly master field construction and laser grading techniques. Ability to complete physical labor and activities for up to 10  hours daily Ability to professionally interact with customers on site Knowledge of safe operational practices for both field and warehouse equipment Working knowledge of the turfgrass sciences Strong verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Google Platform. Time management skills Must be able to work  weekends as needed during season Must be able to travel as needed for projects   QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS Associate’s degree in Sports Turf Management, Golf Course Management or a related field of study 2 years of Field Experience Class A License or willingness to obtain it Valid Pesticide License or willingness to obtain it   Please submit resume to Zach Ferguson at zferguson@j-dturf.com 

By Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc., March 10 - updated March 17 - Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. is seeking to hire a Sports Turf Technician to join our growing team.  Shrewsbury Landscapes Inc., is a leading turf management service company serving the golf and sports turf industry in New England. Clients include colleges, universities, independent private schools, golf courses, and municipalities.   Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. provides a wide range of turf management services for both natural turf and synthetic turf playing surfaces. Our goal is to help clients maximize performance and deliver safe, aesthetically pleasing, playable turf conditions for the athlete.     Candidate will perform typical duties associated with sports turf maintenance including operation of turf management equipment. Candidate must have a thorough knowledge of turfgrass management and basic equipment operation.