Job Details

Posting Number: PG195019SP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Turf & Grounds Specialist

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00am-3:30pm with overtime, nights, holiday and weekends as needed

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Athletics

About the Department

The mission of the NC State University Department of Athletics is to prepare student-athletes to compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now and for the future by providing the best environment to achieve their athletic, academic, and personal aspirations as well as providing support for the professional development of our coaches and staff, all within the role of the greater institutional relationships to the University. This position will work within the Facilities unit of the Athletics Department.

Essential Job Duties

Join a team that plays a vital role in creating safe, high-quality athletic environments for student-athletes, coaches, and fans. Supporting the Turf & Grounds supervisors, this position offers the opportunity to work hands-on in all aspects of athletic field, facility, and grounds management. From preparing fields for game day to maintaining the equipment and systems that keep operations running smoothly, you will see the direct impact of your work every day while helping deliver an exceptional experience for practices, competitions, and special events.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare athletic fields and facilities for practices, competitions, and special events, ensuring they meet high safety and presentation standards.
Perform turf and grounds maintenance activities including mowing, fertilizing, seeding, sodding, top dressing, verti-cutting, pruning, grading, and watering.
Assist with the maintenance, repair, and operation of grounds equipment and automatic irrigation systems.
Support day-to-day facility upkeep and respond to operational needs to keep athletic venues event-ready.
Work athletic and special events as scheduled, helping ensure smooth operations for participants and spectators.
Apply safety procedures, regulations, and best practices related to turfgrass and facility management.
Evaluate grounds conditions and help determine appropriate maintenance products, materials, and repair processes.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining high-quality athletic spaces, and thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment where your work directly contributes to the success and safety of campus events, we encourage you to apply.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by Supervisors.

Minimum Experience/Education

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience working with Athletic Field and Facility Management
Knowledge of the effect to turf grass caused by weather, traffic, fertilizer and chemicals.

Required License or Certification

Valid NC Driver’s License required within 60 days of hire.

Pesticide applicator license should be obtained within 1 year of employment.