What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Field Technician I position at University of South Alabama?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
008709
Position Title
Athletic Field Technician I - 008709
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
173660 - Athletic Field Maintenance
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, one year of groundskeeping experience, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Grounds department is seeking to hire an Athletic Field Technician I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Assists in performing maintenance on athletic fields and facilities to include mowing, edging, raking, weed eating, trimming and other tasks assigned by supervisor.
- Assists in the preparation of playing surfaces.
- Operates equipment such as tractor, riding lawn mower to include reel-type multiple-gang equipment, line trimmer, blower, edger, spreader, sprayer, and other equipment required for proper field maintenance.
- Assists in maintaining equipment and tools and keeping facilities clean.
- Paints playing fields according to sport specifications.
- Moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.
- Works related events which will require nights and weekends.
- Uses a university vehicle to travel to and from work sites.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and additional overtime hours as required.
- Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
12/16/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days
Monday - Friday
Working Hours
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Location
Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time
Regular or Temporary
Regular