Landscape Specialist (Sports Turf Tech)

Title Landscape Specialist (Sports Turf Technician) General Information James Madison University’s Facilities Management is seeking a Landscape Specialist (Sports Turf Technician) to help ensure sports turf facilities’ safety, playability, and aesthetics. Previous experience with sports turf is helpful, but not necessary. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and learn valuable skills. Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Overtime may be required for special events, inclement weather, and during the summer months. Benefits Generous leave: paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually. Comprehensive health coverage. Retirement options through the Virginia Retirement System. Well‑being program promotes wellness and work‑life integration. Tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses at JMU. Duties and Responsibilities Perform general landscape maintenance. Maintain all athletic fields including turfgrass management (synthetic and natural). Conduct daily field inspections. Operate various landscape equipment and inspect irrigation equipment. Lead the work of assigned wage and summer staff. Apply pesticides and fertilizers safely. Work all home football games. Work during periods of authorized closings; the role is considered designated. Qualifications Required Ability to use equipment specific to turfgrass maintenance (complex reel and rotary mowers, hand tools, weed eaters, edgers, tractors with attachments). Work independently, adapt to changing environments and schedules, and perform physical labor for extended periods. Effective communication skills and strong attention to detail. Minimum age 19, valid driver’s license held for 24 months, acceptable Motor Vehicle Report. Virginia Pesticide Registered Technician’s License or ability to obtain it within one year of hire. Additional Considerations Virginia Certified Fertilizer Applicator License or willingness to obtain one. Working knowledge of landscape maintenance, turfgrass management practices, and associated equipment is helpful. Conditions of Employment Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check. E‑Verify: new hires must complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity and work authorization. EEO Statement James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive community that is free of all forms of discrimination. The university does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Individuals with disabilities seeking assistance in searching or applying for jobs can contact the Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. The JMU Human Resource Office is located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807. #J-18808-Ljbffr