Sports Turf Technician

By Hummer Turfgrass Systems, November 22 - Manheim, Pennsylvania

Are you looking to join a leader in sports field management in the Mid-Atlantic? Do you want to join a company culture that has a 49-year history staying at the forefront of technology, equipment and industry practices? Do you bring skills in turf construction, renovation and maintenance?  Come join Hummer Turfgrass Systems as a member of a growing team, working with warm and cool season sports surfaces throughout the Mid-Atlantic.  Company Background Hummer Turfgrass Systems is a leader in natural grass sports field construction, renovation, and maintenance. We pride ourselves on our 49 year history of service to the industry while also staying at the forefront of technology and equipment. We are seeking a Sports Turf Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. Click to learn more about Hummer Turfgrass Systems.   Career Opportunity  You will have a unique opportunity to work on sports and golf surfaces as well as our sod farm. There are not many opportunities that present such a varied and challenging career opportunity. Most of our work is within 2 hours of Lancaster, working on sports fields (municipal, high school, college/university and professional) and golf courses. We Ideal Characteristics and Success Traits: Enjoys being a part of a team-based culture with the opportunity to advance their technical expertise, leadership skills, and grow within the organization.  Conscientious, thorough, precise, likes to deliver high-quality products and services Manages multiple priorities and enjoys developing others through coaching and training Is a self-starter and is able to independently make decisions in their areas of responsibility Thrives in an environment of trust, problem solving and consistent achievement of high standards Responsibilities and Duties: Safe and efficient operation of sprayers, spreaders, mowers and tractors Ability to safely operate a heavy duty pick up truck and trailer Repair and troubleshooting of irrigation systems Helping our construction division with irrigation installations Fertilizer and pesticide apps on sports fields and sod farm turf Aeration (deep tine, core, solid tine, linear) and clean up on sports and golf Topdressing, overseeding Mowing of sports fields Inspection and diagnosis of turf issues Grow-in of new sod and seed on sports field construction projects Short-term goals and priorities for the Sports Turf Manager: Develop rapport with existing team to understand the culture and operations Learns the standard operating procedures from drainage installation, construction and renovation practices, sports field maintenance and aeration programs, irrigation design and installations. Take ownership in safety and communication protocols  

By Juniper Landscaping, October 22 - VERO BEACH, Florida

We are growing! Juniper Landscaping is currently hiring Sports Turf Equipment Operators for our team. This position will assist in all aspects of maintenance and upkeep of sports fields and grounds, as well as all associated equipment.  Duties and Responsibilities: Assist supervisors in daily activities at job sites  Perform mound, plate, and infield skin maintenance and renovation on softball and baseball diamonds  Mow, aerify, top-dress, verticut, and sod/sprig/seed both new and existing turf  Spread granular fertilizer and perform liquid spray applications  Keep daily records of work performed  Safely load and unload trailers of equipment and materials used at jobsites  Maintain and wash trucks and field equipment.   Professionally interact with customers on site  Communicate with supervisors and co-workers via e-mail, text message and phone call  Using hand tools, power tools and/or equipment to perform sports turf maintenance duties Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned  Skills and Requirements: Ability to work on weekends when necessary  Obtain and maintain state appropriate applicator license   Valid driver’s license, good driving record  Ability to obtain a Class A CDL license is a plus  Associates degree in Turfgrass Management or related field of study, or equivalent experience Knowledge of turfgrass sciences Ability to read chemical labels and 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  Strong verbal and written communication skills  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Time management skills  Must be able and willing to work for long periods of time outside (in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight) Must be able and willing to bend, stoop, and twist repeatedly throughout the day Must be able to use hand tools and power equipment Must be able to lift, pull, push and/or carry 75+ lbs. Juniper offers Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans, 401K and PTO plans We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

By Juniper Landscaping, October 22 - Davie, Florida

We are growing! Juniper Landscaping is currently hiring Sports Turf Equipment Operators for our team. This position will assist in all aspects of maintenance and upkeep of sports fields and grounds, as well as all associated equipment.  Duties and Responsibilities: Assist supervisors in daily activities at job sites  Perform mound, plate, and infield skin maintenance and renovation on softball and baseball diamonds  Mow, aerify, top-dress, verticut, and sod/sprig/seed both new and existing turf  Spread granular fertilizer and perform liquid spray applications  Keep daily records of work performed  Safely load and unload trailers of equipment and materials used at jobsites  Maintain and wash trucks and field equipment.   Professionally interact with customers on site  Communicate with supervisors and co-workers via e-mail, text message and phone call  Using hand tools, power tools and/or equipment to perform sports turf maintenance duties Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned  Skills and Requirements: Ability to work on weekends when necessary  Obtain and maintain state appropriate applicator license   Valid driver’s license, good driving record  Ability to obtain a Class A CDL license is a plus  Associates degree in Turfgrass Management or related field of study, or equivalent experience Knowledge of turfgrass sciences Ability to read chemical labels and 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  Strong verbal and written communication skills  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Time management skills  Must be able and willing to work for long periods of time outside (in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight) Must be able and willing to bend, stoop, and twist repeatedly throughout the day Must be able to use hand tools and power equipment Must be able to lift, pull, push and/or carry 75+ lbs. Juniper offers Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans, 401K and PTO plans We are an Equal Opportunity Employer