Do you want to join the J&D Turf team? Here is a opportunity as J&D Turf is currently accepting resumes for the position listed below.
Job Title:
Field Technician
About Us
J&D Turf is a full service sports
turf consulting, construction, renovation, maintenance, and distribution firm
located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
J&D Turf is uniquely positioned to service the sports turf industry throughout
the Midwest. We are interested in
hiring a new field technician for our growing sports turf division. We are looking for candidates who are
passionate about the sports turf industry, hardworking and eager to learn new
skills in the field.
Education and Experience:
·
Associates degree
in Sports Turf Management, Golf Course Management, or related field of study
·
Two years related
experience or
·
Equivalent
combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
·
Ability to perform
mound, plate, and infield skin construction and renovation on softball and
baseball diamonds
·
Ability to aerify,
topdress, and seed both new and existing turf
·
Ability to spread
granular fertilizer and perform liquid spray applications
·
Ability to learn
in both direct and self-guided manors. Must be able to quickly master field
construction and laser grading techniques.
·
Ability to
complete physical labor and activities for up to 12 hours daily
·
Ability to
professionally interact with customers on site
·
Knowledge of safe
operational practices for both field and warehouse equipment
·
Working knowledge
of the turfgrass sciences
·
Strong verbal and
written communication skills
·
Working knowledge
of Microsoft Office Suite. Specifically Word and Excel.
·
Time management
skills
Responsibilities:
·
Assist field chief
in daily activities at same or separate job sites
·
Keep daily records
of work performed
·
Load and unload
trailers used at jobsites daily
·
Maintain and
service field and warehouse equipment
·
Keep records of
maintenance and service on equipment
·
Communicate with
entire organization via e-mail
·
Successfully
perform all tasks listed in project calculators
Job Expectations:
·
Willingness to travel
long distances and work long hours
in various weather conditions at the discretion of your supervisor
·
Ability to work on
weekends and stay over night at job-sites when necessary
·
Obtain and
maintain Indiana Pesticide Business License Category 3b (certified applicator
in turf pest control) *paid for by J&D Turf
·
Class A CDL
license or
·
Valid driver’s
license, good driving record and ability to obtain an Indiana Class A CDL
license *paid for by J&D Turf
To apply:
Please send a letter of interest,
resume, and name and contact information of three (3) references to : Michelle Hancock michelleh@j-dturf.com
Benefits:
Annual compensation $ 35,000
- $ 45,000/Yr
High Deductible Health Plan
Vision
Dental
Health Savings Account
401k
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--Jamie
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