Technician, Turf & Maintenance Position Available In Lee, Alabama

Technician, Turf & Maintenance
Auburn University
in Auburn, AL

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Full-Time

Salary:

$38,670 – $55,310

Posted:

05/08/2025

Category:

Facilities Management Requisition Number:

S4437

P Home Org Name:

Recreation and Wellness-Admin Division Name:

Student Affairs Job Class Code:

NA39

Appointment Status:

Full-time Limited Term:

No Job Summary Recreation and Wellness is excited to begin the search for a Turf and Maintenance Technician! This individual will provide maintenance and landscaping services for all Recreation and Wellness areas to include the 15-acre Intramural Sports Complex, 30-acre SportsPlex, Greenway, three sand volleyball courts, inside and outside the Recreation & Wellness Center, including green roofs, courtyard, and the pool deck as well as the equipment maintenance and repair. Essential Functions Performs maintenance on small and large equipment for the functions of maintaining turf and landscaping for the Recreation & Wellness SportsPlex, Intramural Fields, and the Recreation and Wellness Center.
Ensures safety for pedestrians by maintaining the cleanliness and security of all grounds, structures, walkways/sidewalks, curbs, driveways, fields, parking lots, etc., within responsible area.
Paints, marks, and oversees field layouts on synthetic and natural turf for approximately 45 acres.
Assists in a variety of technical landscape-related duties on athletic fields to include pruning, installing sod, as well as distribution of chemical applications such as herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, etc.
Identifies plant diseases, weather-related turf and landscaping damages, and/or other damages of Recreation and Wellness properties to apply corrective measures and treatment.
Recommends, applies, documents, and maintains the appropriate information regarding equipment, chemical usage, applications, operations, and maintenance procedures.
Assists in set-up, take-down, operations, oversight, and customer service for events managed and/or hosted by Recreation and Wellness.
Inspects, identifies, and/or repairs irrigation system issues.
Assists in the management of inventory and proper storage of tools, equipment, and supplies for turf and landscaping needs.
Orders equipment and supplies as needed. Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact:

Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence:

We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for

You:

Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama:

The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for

Everyone:

Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications High school diploma and 3 years of experience in general maintenance, grounds keeping, landscaping, and turf management. Minimum Skills and Abilities Knowledge of herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals.
Ability to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance on hand and power tools and equipment.
Ability to understand and use hand tools, climb ladders, operate mowers and tractors.
Ability to operate a computer, iPad, vehicles, lifts, forklift, inventory management software, mowers, tractors, pressure washers, hand radio, hand radio, and other similar tools. Minimum License and Certifications Valid Driver’s License required.

Salary Range:

$38,670 – $55,310

Job Category:

Facilities/Skills Trades City position is located in Auburn State position is located AL Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
Auburn University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and equal opportunity educational institution.
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