Director, Field Operations (57818)

DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS LLC•Fredericksburg, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fredericksburg Nationals are seeking a motivated and hard working Groundskeeper who will be responsible for the management, planning, and implementation of the agronomic program for Virginia Credit Union Stadium. This role will oversee the daily maintenance of the playing surface and all ballpark greenspaces.

Requirements

Degree in Turfgrass Management is required
Multiple years of experience working on highly maintained athletic surfaces
Safely operate and perform maintenance on turf related equipment and machinery
Must have high attention to detail and take pride in quality of work
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
Flexibility to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays
Must be able to engage in strenuous activity including lifting up to 75 lbs.
Capable of working in variable weather conditions including extreme heat and rain showers

Responsibilities

Administrative and managerial oversight of the department: Planning for projects (conversions and cultural practices)
Budgeting and forecasting, including approving payroll and payroll allocation
keeping equipment and irrigation in good working order
Hiring, training, and scheduling staff for events
organizing daily work list for staff
Managing materials inventory
Managing relationships with outside vendors
General duties include, but are not limited to: mowing, fertilizing, maintaining and rebuilding pitching mounds and home plate areas, dragging and moisture management of infield skin, field marking, edging, aerating, topdressing, verticutting, replacing sod, and tarping
Facilitate additional on-field events such as high school and college baseball games, and non-baseball events.
Communicate clearly and work well with fellow employees, coaches, and players
Other duties as assigned