Sports Turf Technician

Turf Technician

Company Background

Hummer Turfgrass Systems, Inc. based in Manheim, PA is a leader in natural grass services including sports field construction, maintenance and golf aeration.  We are proud of our 53 year history of service to the industry and we work every day to maintain and grow our reputation as a trusted partner to our clients.  Our culture is driven by our people who maintain our standards of quality workmanship and best in class customer service.  We operate late model, well maintained equipment. 

 

Career Opportunity

As a member of our growing team, you will work with warm and cool season sports and golf surfaces throughout the Mid-Atlantic performing various services for our clients.  We offer opportunities for career advancement, on the job training and educational opportunities. 

We work on sports fields (municipal, high school, college/university and professional) and golf courses and are fortunate to count some of the top facilities in our region as clients – Phillies, Eagles, Union, Penn State, Steelers and Wilmington Country Club to name a few.  We operate a 275 acre sod farm, also located in Manheim.  This career opportunity is unlike any other, we see new sites each day, encounter new challenges and get to work with great clients.   

Description & Purpose

The Turf Technician – Maintenance Division is responsible for performing assigned work with a “Superintendent Mindset,” emphasizing attention to detail, proactive communication, and the highest quality standards. This role supports turf maintenance, applications, cultivation, irrigation, and miscellaneous field work while maintaining accurate reporting, equipment cleanliness, and timely communication with management.

Primary Responsibilities

Work Execution & Quality

• Perform all assigned work in a detail-oriented manner and at the highest quality possible.
• Approach each site and task with a Superintendent Mindset, taking ownership of outcomes and site conditions.
• Follow company standards, procedures, and best practices at all times.

Job Reporting & Daily Check-Ins

• Complete daily job reports accurately and consistently. (Important: needs to be reported daily)
• Participate in required 4:00 PM daily check-ins, based on work assignment:
  • Applications: Check in with the Applications Expert (Senior Turf Manager)
  • Cultural Work: Check in with the Cultural Expert (Senior Turf Manager)
  • Miscellaneous Work (mowing, irrigation repair, sod repair, etc.): Check in with the VP of Maintenance

Communication Expectations (Applies to All Maintenance Division Employees)

• Communicate clearly and consistently regarding:
  • Site conditions, turf issues, and observations through job reports description
  • Inventory shortages (product, tines, materials) to the appropriate manager
  • Equipment repair needs via the “Equipment Repairs” Teams channel
• Ask questions early and communicate concerns before they become problems.

Division-Wide Expectations

• If issues or challenges arise on a job, report them immediately to the appropriate manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and professional upkeep of:
  • Assigned truck
  • All equipment used daily
• Clean equipment after each use and/or at the end of each workday.

Safety & Professional Standards

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Operate equipment safely and responsibly.
• Represent the company professionally at all job sites.

 

Core Competencies

• Accountability & ownership
• Attention to detail
• Communication & teamwork
• Reliability & professionalism
• Pride in equipment and work quality

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Assigned Manager based on daily work scope(either Senior Turf Manager- Cultural or Application
• Works Closely With: Senior Turf Managers & Assistant Division Manager

Contact:

Mike Urich, Maintenance Division Manager mikeu@hummerturf.com 717-898-5000

 

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