Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Todd Tribble, todd.tribble@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with evenings and weekends.

Hiring Range

$20.00 - $26.00

Priority Application Date

Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application consists of a resume, cover letter, list of professional references, and completed IAWP Employment Approval form which can be found at okstate.com/iawp. Applicants that do not provide these materials will not be considered for the position.

About this Position

Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing all aspects of maintenance and upkeep of the OSU Athletic Village fields and grounds as well as all associated equipment. This includes management and supervision of maintenance staff. Assist in overseeing maintenance and regulations of fields.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Two years post-secondary education and three years experience in groundskeeping at a college or professional venue. Prior completed internships can be substituted for post-graduate experience at the discretion of the Athletic Fields Superintendent. Education may be substituted in lieu of years of experience.

• Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

  Valid driver's license.

  Obtain within 6 months after hire: Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry's Pesticide Applicator License

• Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Knowledge of turf grass and pesticides with previous application experience. Knowledge in the safe mechanical operation and calibration of mechanical equipment, hand operated as well as pressurized spray equipment, lawn mowers, weed-eaters, utility tractors. Knowledge of aerating, verticutting, sweeping, topdressing fertilization and irrigation repair. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work place. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Turf Management

• Prior supervisory experience