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The New York Jets are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual to join our Field and Grounds team for summer 2026.  This role will carry out the duties put forth by the Director of Athletic Fields & Grounds, including mowing, watering, fertilizing, painting, string trimming, practice setup and break down and all other duties to assist in practices running smoothly and ensure a quality playing surface.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to work independently in unsupervised conditions.
• Observe and record root depth on a monthly basis.
• Calibrate spreader in order to apply fertilizers at their proper rate.
• Aerification, harvesting, and topdressing of all athletic fields.

Qualifications /Skills:

• Education must be related to turf grass management and/or pursuing certificate or bachelor’s in Agricultural related fields.
• Ability to lift 50lbs numerous times a day.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends.
• Ability to operate some necessary equipment related to grounds maintenance.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, willingness to accept all assignments, quick learner.
• Attention to detail, proven ability to problem solve and sense of urgency is a must.
• Arrange their own transportation.
• Written references are a plus but not required.
• Must be able to work approximately 40 hours per week including some nights and weekends.

Approx. Start and End Dates: May 2026 – August 2026