Field Ops Ground Crew - Sugar Land Space Cowboys
About The Position
Assist Field Operations staff in all aspects of maintaining a professional baseball playing surface for the Sugar Land Space Cowboys. This position is responsible for performing all game day field preparations that include but are not limited to; infield preparations, mound and home plate repairs, batting practice set-up and tear down, pre-game field preparation and post-game field repair. Involved in all aspects of turf maintenance including mowing, edging, sod repair, top-dressing and aerification, site specific IPM and fertilization programs. Position may also include working other non-game day events.
Requirements
- Able to work long hours in various weather conditions
- Positive attitude with willingness to learn and work in a professional environment
- Must be 18 years or older and physically fit for job
- Previous work experience in turf or related field a plus but not required
- Must reside within reasonable commuting distance of ballpark
- Strong attention to detail and promptness
- Demonstrate quick learner with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in or completion of a turf management or related program.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the maintenance and repair of the playing field that includes, but is not limited to turf (mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, over-seeding, discovery/control of weeds, insects, and diseases) and dirt (infield skin, baselines, home plate, pitcher’s mound, bullpens, warning track) management.
- Assist in the preparation of the playing field for pre-game batting practice by setting up cage, screens, mats, and protective field covers.
- Assist in the preparation of the playing field for game use by grooming field, chalking base path foul lines, painting outfield foul lines, marking coaching boxes.
- Assist in the execution of infield tarp pulls.
- Working various other non-gameday events including baseball tournaments, concerts, and on field corporate events.
- Work with all game day staff and assist as needed with any on-field promotions.
- Work and represent the Space Cowboys organization in a professional manner.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
