Athletics Groundskeeper

Job Summary

The Athletics Groundskeeper is responsible for maintenance and care of the fields and surrounding grounds at the Outdoor Athletic Complexes. Key responsibilities include preparing and maintaining athletic fields, performing routine equipment upkeep, and assisting with the application of fertilizers and other turf care chemicals. The Athletics Groundskeeper may also provide support and direction to part-time temporary workers (OPS), including students, to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and in accordance with established standards.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Typical Duties

• Assists the Athletics Grounds Superintendent in planning, coordinating, and managing athletic turf and surrounding grounds.
• Performs daily sports turf maintenance, including mowing, edging, weeding, trimming, and trash/debris removal.
• Prepares and maintains baseball and softball fields including dragging, watering, lining, chalking, painting clay infields and foul lines, and setting bases in accordance with NCAA, ASUN Conference, and university standards.
• Maintains field conditions by mowing outfields, edging baselines, sifting and applying clay, and rebuilding pitching mounds, bullpens, and home plates.
• Conducts daily inspections to assess field conditions and ensure compliance.
• Oversees irrigation systems to maintain proper moisture levels.
• Communicates daily tasks to temporary, student workers and offers guidance.
• Maintains and services groundskeeping tools and equipment.
• Schedules and applies fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides; oversees turf health, plant installation and tree/shrub pruning.
• Ensures all maintenance activities comply with University, ASUN Conference, and NCAA rules.
• Serves as essential personnel in the event of an emergency on campus.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma and five years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Relevant full-time experience in general landscaping or grounds keeping.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in facility, turf, or grounds maintenance and familiarity with reel mowers and other necessary grounds equipment.
• Pesticide and Herbicide Application License.

Compensation

Pay Grade 14. Hourly Rate: $21.44-26.06. Eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.