What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Turf Technician position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00500PO26
Job Family
Building and Grounds Maintenance
Job Function
Groundskeeping/Landscaping/Turf Management
USC Market Title
Groundskeeper
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132200
Job Level
A2 - Administrative/Operational Support
Business Title (Internal Title)
Sports Turf Technician
Campus
Upstate
Work County
Spartanburg
College/Division
USC Upstate College/Division Level
Department
UPS Facilities Grounds & Housekeeping
State Pay Range
G05
USC Market Range
MRB - $36,608 $44,845 $53,082
Anticipated Hiring Range
$36,608; Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Location of Vacancy
USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Schedule
Generally works 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. May have to work extended hours or weekend hours to support University activities. Exact work hours may be modified for seasonal patterns.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Trades/Maintenance
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About University of South Carolina
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Sports Turf Technician
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00500PO26
Spartanburg, SC
Under limited supervision from the Sports Turf Manager and Director of Landscape Services, is responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and beautification of University properties. Position is responsible for landscape management at the University of South Carolina Upstate Athletics Fields, Main Campus, Perimeter Roadways, and George Dean Johnson School of Business. On occasion, will assist the Building Maintenance crew and with setups.
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00500PO26
Spartanburg, SC
Under limited supervision from the Sports Turf Manager and Director of Landscape Services, is responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and beautification of University properties. Position is responsible for landscape management at the University of South Carolina Upstate Athletics Fields, Main Campus, Perimeter Roadways, and George Dean Johnson School of Business. On occasion, will assist the Building Maintenance crew and with setups.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master Gardener Certificate or equivalent, 3-5 years experience, horticulture vocational certificate, tech graduate, pesticide applicator license and experience maintaining athletic fields.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
A successful background check is also required. Generally works 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. May have to work extended hours or weekend hours to support University activities. Exact work hours may be modified for seasonal patterns. Working knowledge of turf, shrubs, trees, landscaping, and horticultural chemicals and be able to operate equipment.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Perform the following function on USC Upstate Main Campus and surrounding University property:
Mow and trim grass, operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, skid-steer, forklifts including transferring pallets of fertilizer, sod, plants, etc. Prune/trim trees and shrubs, mulch, plant, water and fertilize shrubs, flowers, trees, turf. Plans student work schedules and coordinates tasks to be completed. Trains student landscapers in proper performance of their duties
Mow and trim grass, operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, skid-steer, forklifts including transferring pallets of fertilizer, sod, plants, etc. Prune/trim trees and shrubs, mulch, plant, water and fertilize shrubs, flowers, trees, turf. Plans student work schedules and coordinates tasks to be completed. Trains student landscapers in proper performance of their duties
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
50
Job Duty
Weed both mechanically and chemically; pick up and remove litter, leaves, debris; remove snow and ice from walks and roads; perform irrigation installation and repairs.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Perform maintenance on grounds equipment, tools, irrigation systems, and campus signage, and install/maintain fencing.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Enter work functions into work order management system as well as other data entry systems and perform all other tasks as assigned to complete and document work. Position requires working with various plant and chemical types which may develop allergens. Must adhere to prescribed protocols to address requirements. In all job functions including safety, adhere to University policies and procedures.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
Yes
Hazardous weather category
Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/03/2026
Job Open Date
06/30/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition Program
- Dependent Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/208776
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $36,608 - $44,845