Athletic Field Technician I - 008709

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

• 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