Turf Specialist

Turf Management & Lawn Care: 

• Maintain and enhance turf health and appearance across assigned properties, ensuring lush, disease-free, and well-maintained lawns.

 • Monitor and diagnose turf conditions, including soil health, irrigation needs, pest infestations, and disease management.

 • Implement seasonal turf care programs, including mowing, aeration, dethatching, overseeding, fertilization, and weed control. Daily Grounds Maintenance: • Perform routine maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, and both interior and exterior plantings to create visually appealing environments. 

• Rake and remove leaves, weeds, and other debris from lawns, walkways, and passageways. • Remove trash and litter from all maintained properties. 

• Maintain drainage ditches, walkways, and parking areas to ensure safety and proper water flow.

 • Assist with seasonal responsibilities such as snow/ice removal, mulching, and seasonal plantings. Irrigation & Soil Management: 

• Manage irrigation schedules and systems to optimize turf hydration and efficiency. • Conduct soil testing and apply amendments to maintain proper nutrient balance and soil structure. 

• Ensure proper drainage and erosion control measures are in place. Pest & Disease Control:

 • Implement integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to proactively monitor and control turf diseases, weeds, and pests.

 • Apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides per industry regulations and best practices.

 • Maintain detailed records of all chemical applications, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Equipment & Maintenance Oversight:

 • Operate and maintain mowers, aerators, sprayers, spreaders, and other groundskeeping equipment. 

• Perform routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment. 

• Maintain accurate records of fuel usage, equipment condition, and scheduled servicing. Collaboration & Reporting: 

• Work closely with the Grounds Manager and grounds team to coordinate maintenance schedules and implement best practices.

 • Provide recommendations for new products, techniques, or equipment to improve turf health and overall landscape quality. 

• Attend staff meetings to discuss groundskeeping priorities, safety updates, and problem resolution strategies.