Temporary Grounds and Maintenance Worker
- RecSports
- UTK University of Tennessee Health Science Center
- 4.0 Knoxville, TN Job Details Temporary | Full-time $18
- $20 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Microsoft Outlook Outdoor work Word embeddings High school diploma or GED Full Job Description This position provides maintenance and care for the RecSports Complex's 10 recreational fields (6 natural grass, 4 astroturf, and 2 clay infields), sand volleyball courts, and the surrounding grounds (38 acres).
During inclement weather periods where the work at the complex may be limited, this position will assist with maintenance of equipment at the RecSports facilities on the Knoxville campus. This position is responsible for the maintenance and groundskeeping at the RecSports Field Complex on Sutherland Ave. Manicuring, preparing, and repairing fields and surrounding grounds for the RecSports Complex. Diagnose and perform equipment repairs on small engines and grounds equipment (including mowers, tractor, utility vehicles, etc.) Tracking maintenance on all equipment. Trash pick-up and general upkeep of the facility.
Required Qualifications Education:
High School diploma or
GED Experience:
Some experience using outdoor lawn equipment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Strong communication skills Ability to communicate via E-mail Ability to use Outlook, Word and Excel Ability to work primarily in an outdoor environment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.
Work Location Location:
3620 Sutherland Ave. Knoxville, TN 37919 Onsite Compensation and Benefits UT market range: MR03 Anticipated hiring range: $18
- $20/hour Application Instructions To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments.
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