FT Assistant Groundskeeper - Soldier Field
ASM Global•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
Legends Global, a leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, is seeking an Assistant Groundskeeper for Soldier Field. This full-time, exempt position is primarily responsible for maintaining and painting the playing field for Chicago Fire MLS soccer matches, assisting with other field events, and caring for surrounding parkland grass areas. The role involves hands-on duties related to field upkeep, equipment operation, and event preparation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university with a concentration in Groundskeeping, Landscaping, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three to five years of related experience and/or training as a groundskeeper.
- Working knowledge of the principles of groundskeeping, field maintenance, and equipment.
- Excellent planning and adaptation skills.
- Strong written and verbal skills.
- Good problem-solving and communication skills.
- Supervisory experience required.
- Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Proficiency in painting NFL and MLS fields.
- Ability to obtain Illinois Pesticide Applicator License within 90 days of employment if not already possessed.
- Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff including upper management.
- Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Subsequent groundskeeping experience may be supplemented for college degree.
- Groundskeeper experience in an NFL, MLS, or NCAA environment is preferred.
- Obtains an Illinois Pesticide Applicator License.
Responsibilities
- Care, maintenance, and upkeep of playing field grass and surrounding parkland areas.
- Operation of vehicles and powered equipment including mowers, tractors, snow blowers, sod cutters, and forklifts.
- Mowing and edging lawns.
- Watering the field and managing the irrigation system.
- Application of fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides.
- Patching and repairing playing field grass, including adding sand as necessary.
- Assisting in tarping the playing field when required.
- Installation and removal of field goals, team benches, stairs, and other event structures.
- Replacing old sod and installing new sod.
- Painting field markings according to event requirements (football, soccer, concerts, etc.).
- Installation and removal of terraplas flooring for concerts.
- Monitoring and reporting issues with the irrigation system.
- Marking irrigation lines before parkland events.
- Managing snow production on the sledding hill in winter.
- Clearing snow from sidewalks, gates, and other exterior areas around Soldier Field.
- Maintaining the artificial field at ComEd Recreational Center.
- Directing field labor staff during tarping, terraplas installation/removal, and structural setup/teardown.
- Researching sod farms, coordinating with suppliers, and managing the sod budget.
- Collecting sod receipts post-installation for accounting reconciliation.
- Monitoring weather via Weather Command and liaising with meteorologists for inclement weather planning.
- Ordering bulk supplies such as salt, sand, straw, and fertilizer.
- Fostering and maintaining relationships with Fire Groundskeeper and other clients.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k) investment plan, with a discretionary employer match up to 3%
- Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
