Senior Athletics Grounds Turf & Clay Specialist
Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFort Myers, Florida, United States
Posted March 13, 2026
50000 - 50000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action.
Job Description
The Senior Athletics Grounds Turf & Clay Specialist is responsible for maintenance and care of the fields and surrounding grounds at the Outdoor Athletic Complexes. The role involves preparing and maintaining athletic fields, performing routine equipment upkeep, and assisting with the application of fertilizers and other turf care chemicals.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Three years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions
- Pesticide and Herbicide Application License
Benefits
- HMO or PPO Health Insurance options
- Pre-tax health savings account and flexible spending accounts
- Optional dental, vision, accident, cancer, hospitalization and disability insurance
- FGCU paid life insurance at 1.5X annual earnings and $25,000 State life insurance
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan with a fixed percentage employer contribution or Investment Plan with an employer contribution of 8.3%
- Voluntary Retirement Programs – 403(b) and Deferred Compensation 457
- 13 days of paid annual leave per year
- 13 days of paid sick leave per year
- 1 personal day (8 hours) per year
- 9 paid holidays per year, plus paid Winter Break based on annual holiday calendar
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days per year
- Voucher for up to 6 credits per semester at FGCU
- Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
