Grounds Associate Associate - Fayetteville Woodpeckers

MLB • Fayetteville, NC

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Fayetteville Woodpeckers are seeking a Grounds Associate or Intern. This positions will perform various responsibilities within the field operations department at Segra Stadium. This includes daily and ongoing field maintenance, basic irrigation system maintenance, basic equipment, and shop maintenance. This position will be located in Fayetteville, NC.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work unsupervised.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work extended or unpredictable hours on weekdays, weekends and holidays as needed.
• A positive attitude, self-confidence, professionalism, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

• Current enrollment or recent graduate from a turfgrass science program or related field from an accredited 2 or 4-year collegiate institution.
• Previous experience working in Major League or Minor baseball with similar responsibilities.
• Previous experience maintaining Bermudagrass in a high-end, sand-based athletic field setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and seasonal maintenance of all skinned areas.
• Assist in daily set-up and break-down of all batting practice field equipment including protection screens, and batting cages.
• Perform daily maintenance of all turfgrass areas
• Operate various grounds maintenance equipment, including, but not limited to push and riding mowers, utility vehicles, tractors and implements, edgers, and backpack blowers.
• Assist with installation and removal of all field tarps.
• Perform basic trash pick-up and cleaning of all field and shop areas.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees