UNI Groundskeeper I-II -Grounds Services.pdf

Position Title: Groundskeeper I/II

Job Category: Merit Blue Collar
Type of Position: Probationary
Full Consideration Date: Monday, February 8th, 2023
Advertising Started on: Friday, January 25th, 2023
Hiring Department: Grounds Services
Department: Grounds Services
Salary: $15.86/hr. (See position description below for further details)
Pay Grade: AFSCME.6
Percent of Time/Week: 100

Service Schedule: Merit 12 months

Position Description:

Under general supervision, cares for and maintains turf areas; plants trees, shrubs and flower bed areas and applies chemicals to same as directed; operates and maintains equipment and performs other labor as necessary to maintain landscape and grounds; operates equipment to remove and haul snow from streets, parking lots, sidewalks, steps and entrances; provides functional supervision to student employees as necessary; and performs other related duties.

This is a first shift position with a work schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pay Grade: I: 06; II: 08

Starting Hourly Wage: I: $15.86; II: $17.30

Required Qualifications:

Groundskeeper I: One year of experience in operating the machinery and tools used in groundskeeping work or any combination of related experience and education from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired which totals one year; and possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Groundskeeper II: Two years of experience operating the machinery and tools used in grounds work, or any combination of related experience and education from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired which totals two years; must have successfully completed commercial certification tests (3OT-Ornamental and Turf) for application of pesticides and eligible to be certified; may be required to successfully complete other commercial certification tests as required; and possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

Criminal Background Check Required

Contact:

John Butler 
Facilities Management

319-273-6827

Jonathan.Butler@uni.edu

Waukee Job Site Posting.pdf

The Burlington Baseball Association has existed in some form since 1889. The Burlington Bees are proud members of the Prospect League, a summer collegiate wooden bat league featuring college players from around the country. The 18 team league plays from June to the first week of August.

We are offering motivated, talented, energetic individuals an opportunity to apply for our Head Groundskeeper/Stadium Operations Supervisor position.

Qualified candidates will have, or will be completing a degree in Turf/Field Management, or related field. They will be capable of carrying out the responsibilities listed below.

Physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by the candidate to successfully complete the goals and purpose of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform and meet the goals which have been established. While performing the duties of this position, the individual will regularly be required to perform rigorous tasks, which include lifting up to 75 pounds, standing or walking extensively, and moving quickly to efficiently carry out duties.

Qualified candidates interested in pursuing this opportunity should email their resume, and a cover letter to Tad Lowary at tad@gobees.com, no phone calls please.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Prepare and maintain playing surface and bullpens at the highest professional level on a year around basis. The playing surface, both grass and base paths, should be safe for players. At the same time it should be aesthetically pleasing to our fans.
• Preparation of the field must be done effectively to facilitate the daily practice, pre-game and in-game schedule.
• Stock and maintain required materials, such as mound clay, infield conditioner, drying compounds, line paint, etc.
• Set up and breakdown of all equipment, including batting cage, screens, turf mats, etc. for batting practice and general practice.
• Direct tarp usage, as well as post-game field and turf maintenance. In cooperation with game umpires and the team General Manager, monitor weather conditions in order to protect the playing surface.
• Maintain non-playing grass and landscaped areas of the ballpark.
• Maintain upkeep of maintenance building and storage area.
• Operate and maintain all grounds equipment in order to extend its useful life while minimizing repair and replacement costs.
• Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the ballpark. 
• Ensure the proper operation of stadium facilities, and in conjunction with the General Manager, ensure needed repairs are made in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist in stocking supplies in concessions and restrooms.
• Supervise part-time staff and interns who are performing both grounds keeping and operations duties.
• Assist with preparation and running of non-baseball events.
• Other duties as assigned

Parks Maintenance Worker 20230103 (1).pdf

The City of Grimes Parks and Recreation Department seeks three Sports Facilities Maintenance Workers, in newly created positions, to help provide clean, safe, and attractive sports facilities at the City of Grimes GrimesPlex and the North and South sports complexes. 

Candidates should have general experience in the operation and maintenance of light and medium construction and maintenance equipment, particularly in the maintenance of parks and sports facilities. Commercial drivers’ license, or ability and willingness to acquire CDL-B within 90 days and CDL-A within one year is required. Valid State of Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s license - Categories 3OT - Ornamental and Turf Pest Control, or the ability to obtain the license within six months from the date of hire. Pay starts at $23.34/hour with excellent benefits, and the City seeks three highly motivated candidates for these new positions.

Special Requirements

A post-offer background check is required. For consideration, submit a completed application, resume, and cover letter to the City of Grimes website: https://www.grimesiowa.gov/Jobs.aspx

Materials will be reviewed as they are submitted. The deadline for submitting applications is 11:59 P.M., Sunday, February 5, 2023. Positions will remain open until filled, and interviews may be scheduled before the closing date, so apply now!

MTI Distributing, Inc., a subsidiary of The Toro Company, is the Upper Midwest’s leading supplier of products and services to the green industries. Through a combination of exceptional products and superior service, MTI is in the business of providing landscape beautification solutions to golf courses, schools, municipalities, landscape contractors, and independent dealers.  

We currently have an opening for an Irrigation Sales Technician.  In this position, you will work directly with golf course customers in Minnesota or Iowa to find appropriate solutions to irrigation problems, recommending irrigation upgrade products and or services which may include delivering and installing the necessary equipment on-site. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 Develop additional revenue over the life of a golf course irrigation system through regular system maintenance practices, diagnose and repair systems, and provide upgrade recommendations.

 Install new or demo product.

 Instruct end users as to use, safety, features, and benefits of the overall operation of equipment.

 Be onsite with golf course irrigation customers daily through the irrigation season to help

customers find solutions to irrigation issues and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.

 Schedule customer appointments to troubleshoot new or existing irrigation equipment.

 Utilize Salesforce to maintain and update customer information based on activities and interactions as they occur.

 Keep current on the latest golf irrigation products and technology including, Minnesota Power Limited Technician (PLT) certification, and Watertonics PSN pump station certification.

 Assist with customer training at customer’s location or in a classroom setting.

 Assist with winterization service to golf courses and municipalities.

 Maintain vehicle: routine maintenance, safety, and cleanliness.

 Occasional overnight travel.

 Work is exclusively away from the office.

Education and/or Experience

 High School diploma or equivalent.

 2 years of related industry experience and/or sales experience preferred.

 A self-starter, driven, with strong interpersonal skills. 

 Ability to manage workload and excel at prioritizing and organizing tasks.

 Valid/clean driver’s license

 Ability to navigate around local and surrounding states.

 Individual must possess strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, both written and verbal. 

MTI offers a competitive salary; based upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.  Our benefit program includes:  401(k), medical, dental, vision disability and life insurance, PTO and holiday pay.  Candidates will be subject to pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.

 https://mtidistributing.applytojob.com/apply/M1xLR2IRs9/Irrigation-Sales-Technician

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job description

Turfgrass Manager
About us

Dan's Custom Landscapes Inc. is a company in AGRICULTURE in Ames, IA 50014. We are engaging, customer-centric and our goal is to provide excellent customer service to our customers..

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Company perks
• On-the-job training
• Casual work attire
• Lively atmosphere
• Safe work environment

We are looking for an experienced turfgrass expert with personnel management experience to run our mowing/application/general labor department. The proper candidate should have a proven track record with both an understanding of chemicals with a 3OT certification, equipment familiarity (both mowing and turf applications) as well as leadership and computer skills. You will be in a team environment so you will not be alone. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is desirable but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Let me know how to proceed.

Thanks!

Mike Hinders

General Manager

Cell 515-441-0612

Email mike@danscustomlandscapes.com

Dan’s Custom Landscapes Inc.

546 South 500^th

Ames, Iowa 50014

Iowa State

Athletics  Department

Athletic Field Crew

JOIN OUR CREW! 

ISU Athletics Department is looking to add to our grounds crew this spring and summer, the position performs all aspects of grounds maintenance for Iowa State Athletics Department including: Mowing, Painting, Watering, Weed eating, field Prep, Event Prep, Cleaning, Trash Collection and Maintenance.

• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE 

• MONDAY – FRIDAY /40HRS WEEK
• SOME NIGHTS/WEEKENDS

• $12 - $15/HR. DEPENDING ON EXPIERENCE 

We usually work Monday through Friday 7:30 – 4:00PM.  Very flexible with class schedules and other events.  If interested, please contact via email at jjtvrdik@iastate.edu.

Groundskeeper

Job Description: Responsible for the care and maintenance of the property using hand tools, power tools or large motorized equipment. Shall perform a variety of tasks related to the improvement, care, and maintenance of landscaping, grass, plants, trees, bushes, flowers and overall facilities. This is a full-time position located in Sully, IA.

Chad Sailors

Co-Line Manufacturing

1041 Cordova Ave   Lynnville, IA 50153
Phone: 641-594-4639 Fax: 641.594.3343

www.colinemfg.com

MTI Distributing, Inc., a subsidiary of The Toro Company, is the exclusive distributor for Toro commercial and irrigation equipment in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, Northern South Dakota, Western Wisconsin, Western Illinois and Eastern Missouri.  As the distributor for the worldwide leader of turf and irrigation equipment, it is our goal to partner with our customers and help them to improve their results.  We are committed to a standard of performance that sets us apart from our competitors and delivers the best value to our customers.

We currently have an opening for a Commercial & Irrigation Equipment Sales Representative in Central Iowa.
As a sales professional, you will build relationships with customers by understanding the needs of the customer and positioning the value of MTI/Toro with them. 

This position is responsible for growing our market share and generating the assigned sales volumes for the territory. You will actively pursue new accounts and manage new local government and tax- supported opportunities, bids, RFP’s and RFQ’s.  You will keep current on pertinent aspects of the business and communicate information through the organization via Salesforce.com. You will represent and promote MTI/Toro by engaging with appropriate associations through committee membership and board volunteerism and actively participate in principal trade association meetings, trade shows, etc. You will be supported in this position by an inside sales representative and a product demo specialist.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must live in the territory:  ideally in the Des Moines area.  The territory is Central Iowa.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must enjoy building and cultivating long-term business relationships.
• Possess strong time management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel within territory, including occasional overnight travel.
• ·Possess and maintain valid driver’s license.

Non-CDL drivers are subject to the DOT medical exam requirement and must have or obtain a valid medical certificate (DOT medical card).

MTI offers a competitive salary; based upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.  Our benefit program includes:  401(k), medical, dental, vision disability and life insurance, PTO and holiday pay.  Candidates will be subject to pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.

Please apply online at www.mtidistributing.com/careers

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Des Moines, Iowa

Iowa Sports Turf provides athletic field construction, renovation, and maintenance services throughout Iowa. We are seeking a highly motivated and professional individual to help the company continue to grow.

Job Description

This position will work individually and with a team to complete projects on a wide variety of athletic fields at all levels.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: loading/unloading equipment and supplies, hauling equipment to and from job sites, operating construction and maintenance equipment with a wide variety of attachments, maintaining equipment, and establishing layouts and elevations based on construction documents.

Expectations

• work well with others
• work long hours and weekends when necessary
• report to operations or project manager
• complete physical labor activities and lift 50+ pounds
• communicate politely and effectively with clients
• maintain clean work environment

Qualifications

• Applicants must have construction experience running tractors, track loaders and mini excavators.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
• CDL training required after employment

Compensation

• Salary: DOE (winters off)
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K, profit sharing)
• Vacation days
• Uniforms

Start date: March 15, 2022

Iowa Sports Turf is owned by Musco Lighting. View job posting at www.Musco.com/careers

Contact Lee Smith at 319-491-3678 or Lee.Smith@Musco.com for more information.