Groundskeeper - Mesa, AZ (Part-time)

Chicago Cubs • Mesa, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Part Time/Seasonal Groundskeeper position plays a vital role in delivering "best-in-class" fan experiences to guests of Chicago Cubs Spring Training, Arizona Fall League, and other associated facility events at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona. The ideal candidate will be consistent, energetic, engaging, passionate, personable, proactive, and welcoming. This person will assist in all game day duties that directly relate to Field preparation, landscape maintenance, and/or event preparation. We are currently prioritizing hiring two Groundskeeper positions with distinct schedules: Part-time (Year-Round): Approximately 30 hours per week, with the potential for increased hours during the spring training campaign (January through May). Weekend Shift: Saturday and Sunday coverage, totaling approximately 15–20 hours per week.

Requirements

• Able to perform the following physical tasks: bend, squat, kneel, twist, climb flights of stairs, walk on uneven ground, walk/run up and down ramps, walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis and lift up to 50lbs on an occasional basis
• Demonstrated verbal and communication skills
• Must have the ability to effectively adapt to work environment that is in constant change due to weather
• Must be able to work nontraditional hours to include evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• High School diploma or GED
• 18 years or older by Date of Hire
• Valid Arizona driver's license

Nice To Haves

• 1-year previous experience in all technical areas of baseball field maintenance and/or relevant golf course turfgrass maintenance experience
• A passion for The Cubs and their unique history
• A positive attitude
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a team setting
• Ability to work under stress
• Responds well to coaching and feedback

Responsibilities

• Perform general baseball field maintenance, including but not limited to preparing, maintaining, and repairing all field bullpens, batting cage areas, mound and plate repair, field painting, warning track and infield skin maintenance, batting practice set-up and tear down, tarp pulling, etc
• Perform turf grass management including but not limited to mowing, edging, sodding, aerating, topdressing, etc.
• At times may be asked to assist with fertilizer and pest control applications
• Perform general landscape and facility cleaning maintenance in areas located around the clubhouse facility
• Various other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED