**Job Title: Athletic Fields Maintenance Specialist** Job Description Join our team as an Athletic Fields Maintenance Specialist, where you will be responsible for the care, maintenance, and renovation of all intercollegiate athletic fields and grounds. This role also includes assisting with fields and grounds maintenance on the main campus. You will report to the Athletic Field Manager and work closely with various campus departments to ensure optimal field conditions for both athletic and recreational activities. Responsibilities + Develop and implement plans, policies, and procedures for the successful maintenance of all athletic fields and grounds on River Campus. + Collaborate with the Athletic Field Manager and Facilities Services managers to develop and manage the budget for field maintenance equipment and supplies. + Purchase, maintain, and manage inventory of field maintenance equipment and supplies. + Manage the mowing and irrigation system on the University River Campus. + Monitor and manage all riparian areas. + Assess and manage tree maintenance on property, ensuring no negative impact on construction or field maintenance. + Collaborate with varsity coaches to determine optimal playing conditions and execute plans to achieve them. + Ensure adherence to regulations, guidelines, and standards for NCAA Division I athletic fields. + Work with Recreational Services to determine optimal field conditions for club and intramural activities. + Coordinate work of technical consultants and contractors. + Supervise and train seasonal and student employees, including handling hiring processes, setting expectations, communications, training, development, performance management, and disciplinary actions. Essential Skills + Superior attention to detail. + Strong customer service orientation. + Ability to read, understand, and carry out labels, directions, and work orders. + Proficiency in English to meet the requirements of the position. + Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in field maintenance or a related field is highly desirable. Why Work Here? This is an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to start a career in Athletics. The position offers a chance to work with a renowned division 1 sports brand and become part of a dynamic athletic department. Employees benefit from medical and dental insurance, life insurance, sick and vacation time, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and tuition remission benefits. Additionally, the role offers retirement contributions and eligibility for a home purchase assistance program. Work Environment The typical workweek is 40 hours, from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with potential for additional hours during the fall season, ranging from 40-60 hours per week. On game days, expect work hours from 9 AM to 9 PM. While performing duties, you will be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and various weather conditions, particularly when operating equipment like lawnmowers. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.76 - $20.76/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.