Head Groundskeeper (Southwestern University)
CurrentI am responsible for the daily management of all turf operations, which includes maintaining and overseeing all college sports field-related tasks to safeguard and preserve turf and dirt surfaces. I conduct efficient, meticulous, and anticipatory maintenance of the playing surfaces, adjacent turf areas, and common grounds. My duties encompass litter control, mowing and trimming, seeding, painting and striping fields, fertilizing and weed control, preparing skinned areas, setting up and closing down the field for home games and other events, and arranging equipment for team practice and drills. – In collaboration with facility and athletic staff, I ensure the turf and surfaces are properly maintained for practice. I have authority over hiring, dismissing, supervising, and training all departmental staff. Additionally, I manage the inventory of ground materials, which includes ordering, tracking material, and monitoring usage.