General Information
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Vacancy Open to
All Candidates
Employment Type
Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Position Number
012509
NC Salary Grade Equivalency
GN04
Classification Title
Grounds Services Technician - Advanced
Working Title
Athletic Grounds Manager
Salary Range
$31,200 - $36,335
Anticipate Hiring Range
$31,200 - $37,500
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Division
Athletics
Department
Athletics (Adm)
Work Unit
Student Activity Ctr and Venue Mgmt
Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm with occasional evening and weekend hours required in conjunction with athletic event schedules.
Primary Purpose of Position
This position is a Grounds Manager and is responsible for the technical, maintenance, and overall landscape coordination of the turf grass program (natural and artificial) for the athletic department in conjunction UNC Charlotte Facilities Management.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Some knowledge of groundskeeping procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school, or completion of its equivalency, and two (2) years of related grounds experience.
Some knowledge of groundskeeping procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school, or completion of its equivalency, and two (2) years of related grounds experience.
Essential Job Duties
- Coordinate athletic field maintenance with University Facilities Management Grounds.
- Responsible for the maintenance/preparation of all athletic facilities which may include but is not limited to; field lining, field maintenance, field repair, irrigation management, and hard surface prep (tennis courts/track surface).
- Coordinates athletic department waste management including cleaning of all facilities post-event through contracted services, student workers, etc. Ensures all facilities are clean for practices and competitions.
- On the preventative maintenance schedule for all utility vehicles. Perform minor maintenance repairs on equipment or vehicles. Diagnose equipment problems and repair if capable, if not, connect with supervisor to arrange for professional maintenance.
- Assist with game management for Charlotte Softball.
- Coordinate snow removal with UNC Charlotte FM and athletics staff for all facilities including Barnhardt Student Activity Center/Halton Arena.
Other Work Responsibilities
- Assist staff with setup and strike of Jerry Richardson Stadium and working football games.
- Maintain facility fences and locks, including padding and windscreens on fences.
- Upkeep of tennis nets at Halton Wagner Tennis Facility
- Other duties as assigned
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Associate or bachelor’s degree in horticulture, turf management, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two to three years of experience in the development and implementation of landscape plans and grounds maintenance; or an equivalent of education and experience.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Where applicable, must be eligible for required certification(s).
Valid NC State driver’s license or ability to obtain.
Valid NC State driver’s license or ability to obtain.
Work Location
Athletic Complex
Posting date
07/08/2023
Closing date
07/23/2023
Proposed Hire Date
07/31/2023
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants
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