Assistant Groundskeeper

Red Bull • East Hanover, NJ

31d • $65,000

About The Position

The Assistant Groundskeeper will handle the grounds maintenance at both Red Bull Performance and Development Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium.  This person will be part of a team of full-time and part-time employees that will maintain the natural grass and synthetic turf fields along with the equipment, irrigation, spray applications and landscaping at both locations.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in or graduated from a turfgrass management, horticulture, or related program at an accredited college or university or have equivalent experience
• Knowledge of equipment, tools and procedures of grounds and sports field maintenance
• The ability to effectively communicate and develop maintenance plans
• The ability to perform physical tasks such as: lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs, ladders and pulling tarps
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to maintain a New Jersey pesticide certification

Responsibilities

• Handle pesticide spray applications along with the maintenance of all fields at Red Bull Performance and Development Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium
• Inspect, repair and perform routine maintenance to all grounds related equipment and irrigation systems
• Work field related events at Red Bull Performance and Development Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium
• Complete horticulture and landscaping tasks at Red Bull Performance and Development Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium
• Help with the snow removal operation and deicing applications at Red Bull Performance and Development Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• 401k Match
• Family Leave
• PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule
• Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees