Sports Turf Technician
Company Background
Hummer Turfgrass Systems, Inc. based in Manheim, PA is a leader in natural grass services including sports field construction, maintenance and golf aeration. We are proud of our 53 year history of service to the industry and we work every day to maintain and grow our reputation as a trusted partner to our clients. Our culture is driven by our people who maintain our standards of quality workmanship and best in class customer service. We operate late model, well maintained equipment.
Career Opportunity
As a member of our growing team, you will work with warm and cool season sports and golf surfaces throughout the Mid-Atlantic performing various services for our clients. We offer opportunities for career advancement, on the job training and educational opportunities.
We work on sports fields (municipal, high school, college/university and professional) and golf courses and are fortunate to count some of the top facilities in our region as clients – Phillies, Eagles, Union, Penn State, Steelers and Wilmington Country Club to name a few. We operate a 275 acre sod farm, also located in Manheim. This career opportunity is unlike any other, we see new sites each day, encounter new challenges and get to work with great clients.
Experience Requirements
· Minimum 3 years’ experience in sports turf, golf, landscape or irrigation
· Prior industry experience and / or a degree in turfgrass management is required
· PA pesticide license or the ability to get one within 60 days of employment
Special Requirements
· Work at the direction of the Maintenance Division manager and with our Senior Turf Technicians to learn our process and procedures
· Safe and efficient operation turf maintenance equipment and compact tractors
· Working individually and as part of a team to complete services for our clients
· Operation of heavy duty pick up truck and trailer
· Executing common turf maintenance practices such as granular and spray applications, aeration, topdressing and overseeding
· Inspection and diagnosis of turf issues
Job Benefits
Tired of working weekends and holidays? Most of the work is Monday thru Friday.
Health, dental and vision insurance – 70% employer paid and starts immediately upon hiring
401k w/ match
2 weeks PTO
Paid holidays
Winters are a slower pace, no snow removal and shorter days!
Date Job is Available
Salary
$60,000 to $75,000 per year
Overtime: No
Job Application Instructions
Please email resumes to matt@hummerturf.com
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