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Sports Turf Manager - TXAMSA

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Sports Turf Manager To maintain immaculate sports fields at Texas A&M San Antonio. Are you ... You geek out on grass varieties, clay composition, and top-dressing techniques. Your hunger to ...

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$55 - $75/hr

Sports Turf Manager To maintain immaculate sports fields at Texas A&M San Antonio. Are you ... You geek out on grass varieties, clay composition, and top-dressing techniques. Your hunger to ...

The Grounds Guys

Turf Technician

Hastings, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Pay Range: [$20.00 to $25.00] per hour, dependent on your experience as a turf spray professional . for Top pay basic irrigation knowledge needs to be present. Must be able to to perform inspections ...

Lowneys Landscaping Center Inc.

Turf Technician

Appleton, WI · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Turf Technician Are you ready to take on a rewarding role where you can challenge yourself, build ... top-quality results despite the elements Possess, or be willing to obtain, the 5.0 Aquatic and ...

Tarkett

Installer- Artificial Turf

Chardon, OH · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

The Synthetic Turf Field Installer is responsible for performing a variety of physical labor tasks ... EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.

Tarkett

Installer- Artificial Turf

Chardon, OH · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

The Synthetic Turf Field Installer is responsible for performing a variety of physical labor tasks ... EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.

Tarkett

Installer- Artificial Turf

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

The Synthetic Turf Field Installer is responsible for performing a variety of physical labor tasks ... EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.

Tarkett

Installer- Artificial Turf

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

The Synthetic Turf Field Installer is responsible for performing a variety of physical labor tasks ... EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.

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How much do top turf jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for top turf in the United States is $17.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a top turf?

A Top Turf Specialist is a professional who focuses on the care, maintenance, and management of turfgrass, often for lawns, golf courses, athletic fields, or commercial landscapes. Their responsibilities can include fertilization, weed and pest control, mowing, aeration, and advising clients on best practices to maintain healthy and attractive turf. These specialists typically have knowledge in horticulture or agronomy and may work for landscaping companies, turf management firms, or directly with property owners.

What does a top turf do?

As a Top Turf technician, your daily responsibilities usually include applying lawn care treatments, diagnosing turf health issues, and maintaining equipment. You’ll often travel between client sites and communicate directly with customers to explain treatment plans. Collaboration is key—technicians frequently coordinate with office staff for scheduling, consult with supervisors about challenging turf problems, and share insights with fellow technicians to ensure high-quality service delivery. This team-oriented approach helps maintain efficiency and supports professional development.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a top turf?

To thrive as a Turf Manager, you need expertise in turfgrass management, soil science, and pest control, typically supported by a degree in horticulture or agronomy. Familiarity with irrigation systems, turf maintenance equipment, and certifications such as a pesticide applicator license are often required. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help in managing teams and addressing client needs. These skills and qualifications ensure healthy, visually appealing turf and successful project outcomes in environments like golf courses, sports fields, or landscaping companies.

What is the difference between Top Turf vs Lawn Care Technician?

AspectTop TurfLawn Care Technician
CertificationsCertified Turf Manager, pesticide applicator licenseOften requires pesticide license, some certifications optional
Work EnvironmentGolf courses, sports fields, commercial landscapesResidential lawns, commercial properties, parks
Industry UsageUsed in professional turf management and sports field maintenanceCommon in residential and small commercial lawn services

Top Turf professionals typically hold specialized certifications and work in high-end or large-scale turf environments like golf courses and sports fields. Lawn Care Technicians focus on residential and small commercial lawns, often with fewer certifications. Both roles involve lawn maintenance but differ in scope, environment, and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Top Turf job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,573 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Sports Turf Manager - TXAMSA

Sports Field Solutions

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

SPORTS FIELD SOLUTIONS IS SEEKING A:
Sports Turf Manager
To maintain immaculate sports fields at Texas A&M San Antonio.
Are you passionate about crafting flawless playing surfaces? Do you feel at home on a perfectly maintained field, knowing that your attention to detail sets the stage for champions? At Sports Field Solutions (SFS), we're obsessed with turning ordinary fields into professional-grade masterpieces-and we need a Sports Turf Manager to make that happen.
WHO YOU ARE
  • Sports Enthusiast: You've always loved the game, but even more, you've been drawn to the fields themselves. You know the difference between a ¾" height of cut and a ½" and the precision it takes to maintain perfect infield edges.
  • Detail-Oriented Professional: Perfection is your baseline. While others admire your work, you're already focused on the minor adjustments needed to improve the field even more.
  • Collaborative: While you can handle tasks on your own, you thrive in a team setting, where you can contribute to building a premium brand and exceptional playing surfaces.

WHO WE ARE
We love sports fields. How much? As much as Texas loves its high school football. That's a lot. We know that the difference between feeling like a professional athlete and a high school walk-on is often the quality of the playing surface. We love nothing more than the glimmer of stadium lights on a freshly-cut, pristine natural grass playing surface. Finally, we believe that great people transform businesses. We provide a vision and then ask our people to creatively use their talents to achieve it.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Field Maintenance Expert: Implement best practices in mowing, fertilization, aeration, pest management, moisture control, and top dressing to maintain collegiate-level sports field surfaces.
  2. Clay Area Specialist: Maintain and restore softball field areas, including infield skin, home plate, pitching circle, and warning track.
  3. Problem Solver: Monitor, report, and address turf issues like stress, disease, irrigation problems, and pest management.
  4. Communicator: Coordinate with coaching staff and school officials on schedules, game days, camps, and weather-related updates.
  5. Equipment & Irrigation Management: Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and conduct irrigation checks to ensure systems are working efficiently.
  6. Inventory Manager: Track field materials and manage the purchasing of fertilizers and other field essentials.

WHAT YOU BRING:
  • Experience: 3+ years in turfgrass management, with a history of getting results. If you've managed high-stakes, game-day-ready fields, we want to talk.
  • Skills & Know-How: From mower mechanics to moisture management, you know your stuff and have the certifications to back it up.
  • Driver's License: You'll need a valid one. We trust you with a lot, and that includes making sure our vehicles (and fields) are in good hands.

BONUS POINTS FOR:
  • Passion: You geek out on grass varieties, clay composition, and top-dressing techniques. Your hunger to learn is only matched by your drive to perfect the fields.
  • Communication Savvy: Whether you're talking to a coach, a crew member, or faculty, you know how to get your point across.
  • Team Spirit:
    No egos here. We're all about working together and supporting each other to get the job done-and done right.

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