Assistant Groundskeeper

Columbus Crew • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Columbus Crew is looking for a motivated candidate with a strong work ethic and attention to detail to join the staff as an Assistant Groundskeeper. Based at the Ohio Health Performance Center, this role will assist in maintaining the 3.5 natural grass and 3 synthetic fields on property as well as assist at Scotts Miracle-Gro Field as needed.

Requirements

• Degree in Turf related field or comparable experience preferred
• Previous experience or working knowledge of professional sports turf standards
• Previous use of turf maintenance equipment/machinery
• Ride-on sprayer usage

Nice To Haves

• In-ground irrigation
• Turf stress and disease Identification
• General knowledge of fertilizers
• Basic equipment maintenance

Responsibilities

• Assist in grounds operations at Ohio Health Performance Center, Historic Crew Stadium, and Scotts Miracle-Gro Field
• Assist in day-to-day operations for first team, Crew 2, and academy trainings
• Assist in hosting matches and events at Historic Crew Stadium and Lower.com Field
• Assist in training part-time staff in maintenance practices and equipment use

Benefits

• Opportunity to learn turf growing techniques in unique environments
• Opportunity to learn and use inground field heating, Subair, and grow lighting
• Overtime
• Membership, registration, and attendance at local and national turf conferences
• Opportunity to obtain Ohio Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator license
• Opportunity to pursue other desired career development of interest

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed