Ballpark Head Groundskeeper

ASM Global•Stockton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LEGENDS GLOBAL, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an immediate opening for a Head Groundskeeper for LEGENDS Global in Stockton, CA who is responsible for all aspects of the ballpark field maintenance and all aspects facility needs regarding sports use of the facility. Ensures that all field preparation is scheduled and facilitated; grounds crew is trained properly; equipment is maintained and repairs and irrigation; materials are purchased and used within allocated budgets. Oversee general sports field related facility maintenance; and proper delivery of event-related services. Performs the following duties personally or through a subordinate: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assist in the supervision of employees while performing landscape and maintenance duties at Stockton Ballpark. Help hire, supervise, train, and schedule part-time grounds staff. Conduct in-house training programs with part time staff to insure proper usage and operation of all maintenance equipment and complete daily safety checks. Schedules, coordinates and supervises / monitors general maintenance of facility. Develops an emergency action plan for system malfunctions or breakdowns; develops corrective actions and solutions. Complete weekly irrigation system field assessments. Trouble shoot problem areas, and make repairs when malfunctions occur. Provides technical support, oversee and/or assists with repairs and maintenance of all facility systems and equipment. Ensure proper utilization of the Work Order and LEGENDS GLOBAL Maintenance Manager systems. Plan and execute facility upgrades, renovations, and repairs. Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized services. Ensure compliance with MLB, MiLB, local, state, and federal ballpark codes. Maintain safety standards and conduct risk assessments. Implement energy and water savings measures and sustainability initiatives. Assist in preparing budgets for maintenance and capital projects. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and costs. Ensures adherence to OSHA, NFPA and other applicable safety codes. Analyzes needs and plans preventive maintenance programs and upgrades for systems. All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma/GED.
Sport Turf Management Degree required.
At least three (3) years baseball specific grounds maintenance experience.
Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
Working knowledge of operating and maintaining irrigation systems.
Ability to calibrate and apply liquid/ or granular fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides using most recent horticultural practices.
Knowledge of maintaining Bermuda grass with cool season turf transition
Knowledge of infield skin maintenance, mound builds, mound/plate patch, along with all other dirt work included to help maintain a safe and professional playing surface.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize and to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Good written, verbal and interpersonal skills required; ability to interact with all levels of staff including management.
Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic.
Ability to work irregular / extended hours, including night and weekend duties is required.
Be licensed to operate a motor vehicle.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have sufficient computer skills to operate BMS / other automated systems.
Applicants should have adequate knowledge of normal business applications such as Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Adobe, et cetera.
Ability to work with limited supervision and as a team member.
Requires ability to work flexible and extended hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours.
This position requires heavy lifting, climbing, carrying, stooping, crawling and equipment operation.
The position requires work both indoors and outdoors and is subject to adverse conditions.

Nice To Haves

Sport Management Degree is a plus.
OSHA safety certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the supervision of employees while performing landscape and maintenance duties at Stockton Ballpark.
Help hire, supervise, train, and schedule part-time grounds staff.
Conduct in-house training programs with part time staff to insure proper usage and operation of all maintenance equipment and complete daily safety checks.
Schedules, coordinates and supervises / monitors general maintenance of facility.
Develops an emergency action plan for system malfunctions or breakdowns; develops corrective actions and solutions.
Complete weekly irrigation system field assessments.
Trouble shoot problem areas, and make repairs when malfunctions occur.
Provides technical support, oversee and/or assists with repairs and maintenance of all facility systems and equipment.
Ensure proper utilization of the Work Order and LEGENDS GLOBAL Maintenance Manager systems.
Plan and execute facility upgrades, renovations, and repairs.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized services.
Ensure compliance with MLB, MiLB, local, state, and federal ballpark codes.
Maintain safety standards and conduct risk assessments.
Implement energy and water savings measures and sustainability initiatives.
Assist in preparing budgets for maintenance and capital projects.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and costs.
Ensures adherence to OSHA, NFPA and other applicable safety codes.
Analyzes needs and plans preventive maintenance programs and upgrades for systems.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.