Sports Turf Technician

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. The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence.

Primary responsibilities include maintaining the Softball and Track Facilities.

• Exemplary customer service to internal and external constituencies.
• Performing repair and maintenance duties on grounds at various facilities used by the Athletics Department, student‑athletes, fans, and general public.
• Performing mechanical repairs.
• Assisting in the preparation, maintenance, and clean‑up of outdoor athletic facilities for games, special events, and day‑to‑day operations.
• Assisting with set‑up and teardown for sports‑related and other events.
• Assisting to ensure proper care, use, and maintenance of equipment, tools, and supplies; ensuring tasks are performed safely.

• Experience in general grounds keeping and landscaping preferred.
• Ability to be extremely flexible in terms of work schedule (evenings, weekends, and overtime) required.
• Knowledge of EPA guidelines for the application and storage of fertilizers and pest control chemicals preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to comply with EPA and University guidelines for application of fertilizers and pest control chemicals.
• Ability to assist in the care, usage, and maintenance of small & tractor engines, power equipment, and tools.
• Ability to assist daily in preparation, clean‑up, and on‑site needs associated with the use of athletic facilities.
• Ability to ensure the safe use of grounds maintenance equipment.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Two years of experience.
• Licensure:
  Valid driver's license; driving forklift or other power industrial trucks requires CDL and may be required within 12 months of hire.

This is an overtime eligible, full‑time position with University benefits. The anticipated hiring range will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The selected candidate will pass a background check. This position will not sponsor applications for immigration now or in the future. Employees benefits package includes: 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year; parental and community service leave;

health plan; retirement benefits; tuition and professional development benefits after the first six months; employee wellness program.

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs, use both hands, and perform repetitive motions while performing duties.

Please do not submit application materials directly to staff of the Department of Athletics; only applications received through this system will be accepted. Complete an online application with the following documents:
Resume;
Cover letter;
Contact information for three references.

Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.