Athletic Fields Groundskeeper II - University Of Southern Mississippi : Job Details

Athletic Fields Groundskeeper II The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Athletic Fields Groundskeeper II.Position Details Location Hattiesburg 118 College DriveHattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001United States Division Administration Physical Plant Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Salary Range 13.00 - 13.00 Pay Grade N02Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Job SummaryMaintains athletic fields, intramural fields, band fields, practice fields and grounds as needed by performing skilled grounds repair and upkeep tasks. This position requires night and weekend work and flexible scheduling due to sporting event schedules and the impact of weather conditions on job duties. This position is considered essential and could require storm duty. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesParticipates in the preparation and maintenance of athletic fields and grounds within guidelines and standards set by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Sun Belt Conference and the department. Maintains athletic fields and grounds and prepares fields for events by performing turf-grass management practices including: mowing, painting, edging, laying sod, verti-cutting, aerifying, topdressing, overseeding and infield skin maintenance. Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls using clippers and edging tools; prunes shrubs and hedges to shape and improve growth; rakes and removes leaves. Mow lawns and fields using zero-turn mowers, reel mowers, power equipment or tractors equipped with attachments. Participates in preparing sports fields for scheduled camps, practices and game events. Follows established safety procedures including proper equipment calibration, PPE requirements and equipment maintenance. Properly sets irrigation timers, repairs broken pipes, valves, replaces broken heads, and repairs damaged irrigation wires and drainage systems.Keeps inventory of all irrigation parts, fittings, supplies and tools.Performs routine weed, insect and disease inspections and treatments for assigned areas. Schedules and safely apply herbicides, insecticides and fungicides to control weed and pest populations. Applies granular and liquid fertilizer to turf and ornamentals. Prepares and mixes chemicals according to specific formulas and regulations.Safely stores chemicals, supplies, and equipment. Keeps MSDS book up to date and accessible to all staff. Ensure chemical storage, transportation and disposal follows regulations.Keeps accurate records of all fertilizer and pesticide applications. Participates in the maintenance of assigned areas and in the daily picking up of limbs, trash and debris.Participates in the service, maintenance and repair of tractors, mowers, edgers, spray equipment, string trimmers, backpack blowers, and other grounds equipment.Occasionally supervises crews for game events and special projects.Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsHighschool diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to six monthsrelated experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education andexperience.Valid Driver's License Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others. We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.