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Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing

Athletic Fields Lead

Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing, Marion, Indiana, United States, 46953

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Summary of Position The Athletic Field and Grounds Specialist supports the campus community by maintaining and preparing athletic fields and surrounding grounds under the direction of the Director of Grounds and Landscaping. Responsibilities include turf care, field setup, irrigation and equipment maintenance, pest control, and project coordination to ensure fields meet collegiate play standards. The role supervises staff and student workers, supports coaches and athletic events, and upholds all safety and licensing requirements. Additional duties include seasonal snow removal and general campus grounds maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage day to day athletic field maintenance and care to include field lining, mowing, repair and setups related to sporting events

Supervise staff and student workers to ensure athletic fields meet the required specifications for collegiate play

Work with coaches and support them by maintaining high level of playing fields

Manage, plan and support projects related to athletic fields

Inspect and evaluate turf on a regular basis

Control of insects and diseases in lawns and communicate with Turf Specialist about issues as needed

Oversee aeration on all playing fields including cross country along with maintaining equipment

Oversee irrigation operation, repair and set up

Oversee basic equipment care and repair

Train and supervise staff and student workers at the athletic fields; participate in routine ground functions as needed: trash pickup, bed care, mowing, landscaping work, vehicle maintenance, etc.

Operate riding mowers, tractors, loaders, back hoes, skid steers, push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, off‑road vehicles, sprayers and other grounds‑related equipment; operate a snowplow and snow blower to remove snow and ice from sidewalks, streets and parking lots

Cuts trees and limbs using a chainsaw

Hauls dirt, stone, and mulch using a dump truck and front‑end loader

Operate and assist in maintaining small engine equipment such as a weed eater, blower, push mower, etc.

Assist in pond maintenance

Post flags in turf areas treated with pesticide

Adhere to all safety regulations and standards spelled out in the IWU safety policy and/or dictated by trainings

Maintain required 3B licensure through the state for pesticide application

Comply with any processes and procedures established by Facilities management and/or Indiana Wesleyan University administration

May be required to work overtime as directed by supervisor

Qualifications According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

Maintain required 3B licensure through the state for pesticide application.

Experience

Five (5) years of relative experience in a grounds/maintenance related field with a heavy preference on application experience and turf care best practices.

Required Skills

Operate riding mowers, tractors, loaders, back hoes, skid steers, push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, off‑road vehicles, sprayers, and other grounds‑related equipment

Must have a valid driver's license

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e‑1 and 2000e‑2). The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Higher Education

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