UA Temporary Athletic Field Grounds Keeper

To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/12/2026.

Position Summary:

The University of Northern Colorado is seeking motivated individuals for a temporary Seasonal Sprots Field Assistant role. This position offers hands-on experience supporting a wide range of athletic and recreational activities across campus facilities. The successful candidate will gain practical skills in sports turf management while assisting with the preparation and maintenance of fields used for practices games and special events.

Job Duties:

Field Maintenance:
Mow edge and trim grass on athletic fields and surrounding areas
Prepare baseball and softball fields including dragging infields and lining fields
Repair damaged turf and reseed high-traffic or worn areas
Maintain synthetic turf surfaces through brushing and debris removal

Irrigation & Watering:
Operate and monitor irrigation systems
Adjust watering schedules based on weather conditions and field needs
Assist with minor irrigation maintenance and repairs

Game & Event Preparation:
Set up and break down equipment for games and practices (e.g. bases goals benches)
Ensure fields meet safety and playability standards prior to events
Assist with tournament and event setup across multiple campus venues

Equipment & Facility Care:
Clean maintain and store tools and equipment properly
Report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards promptly
Help maintain organized and safe storage areas

General Groundskeeping:
Remove trash and debris from fields sidelines and spectator areas
Assist with landscaping tasks such as mulching and shrub trimming
Support general campus grounds maintenance efforts

Work Environment & Supervision
Work is performed outdoors in varied weather conditions
Position operates under the direction of full-time landscape and grounds professionals

Minimum Qualifications:

Interest in athletics landscaping turf management or facilities operations
Ability to perform physical labor including lifting and prolonged outdoor work
Strong attention to detail and reliability
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Must possess a valid Drivers License for a minimum of 2 years. Will be required to drive a university vehicle to transport supplies and tools.

Preferred Abilities Skill or Talents:
Individuals who have general experience with lawn and landscape care or programmed athletic participation.
Communication professionalism teamwork accountability reliability

Benefits:
Benefits available include health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley Colorado. UNCs commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobilityUNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve more than44% ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst in theirfamily to attend is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals educators and in life. Please visit UNCs Career Hubto learn more about UNCs strategic plan school programs and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
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ADA Accommodations
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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check educational check and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature approval by the Board of Trustees and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
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