Athletics Fields Specialist

About FIU

 

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

 

Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of Athletic events and assigned areas which includes all athletic playing field at Modesto Maidique Campus (MMC). Maintains and repairs irrigation systems throughout campus and athletic fields.

• Assists in providing high level care of athletic playing field and surrounding areas requiring specialized techniques and equipment. Maintains athletic playing fields irrigation systems. Operates small tractors, backhoe, turf vac sweeper, hydraulic sprayer, fertilizer equipment, riding mowers and edgers, rototillers aerators, cushman and pick-up truck in the maintenance of these athletic playing fields and the surrounding grounds as needed.
• Maintains and repairs irrigation systems throughout campus and athletic fields. Assists in spraying herbicide, insecticides, fungicides, and pesticides to control weeds, insects, and disease attacking campus plant life using hydraulic sprayer as needed. Provides high level care of athletic playing field and surrounding areas requiring specialized techniques and equipment. Maintains athletic playing fields by irrigation; maintains fountains throughout the university campuses. Operates cushman and pick-up truck in the maintenance of these athletic playing fields and the surrounding grounds as needed. Performs maintenance functions in the repair and troubleshooting of irrigation and sprinkler systems throughout campus and athletics fields.
• Uses various power tools, such as chain saw, radial saw, grinding machines, drills, weed eaters, blowers, electric hand saws, and other equipment to complete work assigned. Operates motor vehicles to transport materials and equipment needed to perform the job tasks assigned to this position.
• Performs general emergency maintenance duties connected to any and all aspects of related work such as required by the Facilities Management/Operations supervision. This may include such items as hurricane protection, broken road signs, repairing leaks on a permanent or temporary basis and other duties as required.
• Assists in the planning and in the arrangements for special needs for special University events; assists in the preparation, delivery and maintenance of interior plants as needs arise and in the shade house maintenance; Assists with special projects assigned to Athletic Crounds personnel and performs other duties and tasks related to University Operations or requirements as may be required by Facilities Management administration and other University administrators.

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About FIU

 

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

 

Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of Athletic events and assigned areas which includes all athletic playing field at Modesto Maidique Campus (MMC). Maintains and repairs irrigation systems throughout campus and athletic fields.

• Assists in providing high level care of athletic playing field and surrounding areas requiring specialized techniques and equipment. Maintains athletic playing fields irrigation systems. Operates small tractors, backhoe, turf vac sweeper, hydraulic sprayer, fertilizer equipment, riding mowers and edgers, rototillers aerators, cushman and pick-up truck in the maintenance of these athletic playing fields and the surrounding grounds as needed.
• Maintains and repairs irrigation systems throughout campus and athletic fields. Assists in spraying herbicide, insecticides, fungicides, and pesticides to control weeds, insects, and disease attacking campus plant life using hydraulic sprayer as needed. Provides high level care of athletic playing field and surrounding areas requiring specialized techniques and equipment. Maintains athletic playing fields by irrigation; maintains fountains throughout the university campuses. Operates cushman and pick-up truck in the maintenance of these athletic playing fields and the surrounding grounds as needed. Performs maintenance functions in the repair and troubleshooting of irrigation and sprinkler systems throughout campus and athletics fields.
• Uses various power tools, such as chain saw, radial saw, grinding machines, drills, weed eaters, blowers, electric hand saws, and other equipment to complete work assigned. Operates motor vehicles to transport materials and equipment needed to perform the job tasks assigned to this position.
• Performs general emergency maintenance duties connected to any and all aspects of related work such as required by the Facilities Management/Operations supervision. This may include such items as hurricane protection, broken road signs, repairing leaks on a permanent or temporary basis and other duties as required.
• Assists in the planning and in the arrangements for special needs for special University events; assists in the preparation, delivery and maintenance of interior plants as needs arise and in the shade house maintenance; Assists with special projects assigned to Athletic Crounds personnel and performs other duties and tasks related to University Operations or requirements as may be required by Facilities Management administration and other University administrators.
• Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms and/or any other University emergency closing. Is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

 

• Completion of ninth (9th) grade and three (3) years of athletics field maintenance work experience; or any equivalent combination of related grounds keeping work experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License CDL - Class E

Departmental Requirements

 

Ability to work overtime as needed on nights and weekends.

Job Category

 

Staff

Advertised Salary

  $35,000 - $40,000

Work Schedule

 

• Begin time: 7:00 AM
• End time: 3:30 PM

Working Condition(s)

 

• Hazardous Chemicals
• Loud Noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration
• Manual Materials Handling
• Needs personal protective equipment for the job
• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Power Tools
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Required to work outside more than one hour per day

Pre-Employment Requirements

 

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

Other Information

 

• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals, liquid, solid waste and soiled material.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University

How To Apply

 

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications". 

_ To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. _

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

 

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications". 

_ To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. _

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How to Claim Vet Preference

 

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Disclosures

 

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

 

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

 

_ FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu. _

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