Landscape & Sports Turf Technician

Little League Baseball, Incorporated•South Williamsport, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Little League® International of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is seeking a qualified Landscape & Sports Turf Technician to join our Facilities Department in a full-time, in-person, non-exempt position with a 35-hour workweek. This dual role focuses primarily on landscaping and grounds maintenance (approximately 75%), with additional responsibilities in sports turf management and field preparation (approximately 25%). The Landscape & Sports Turf Technician will play an important role in maintaining the appearance, safety, and quality of Little League's facilities, landscaped grounds, and baseball and softball fields. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining professional-quality grounds, and is committed to creating a welcoming environment for players, families, volunteers, and visitors from around the world. The position typically follows normal business hours, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends, and travel required to support tournaments, special events, and facility needs. ABOUT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Located in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, we are the administrative and operational headquarters for Little League Baseball and Softball, the leading nonprofit youth sports organization with 80+ years of history supporting youth baseball and softball. Little League® is played in approximately 6,500 communities across more than 80 countries around the world. We believe in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LANDSCAPE & SPORTS TURF TECHNICIAN AT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL As a member of the Facilities Department, the Landscape & Sports Turf Technician will help maintain and enhance the grounds and playing surfaces at Little League International. This position provides hands-on experience in landscaping, grounds beautification, sports turf management, equipment operation, and general facility maintenance. The majority of this role focuses on maintaining landscaped areas, including trees, shrubs, flower beds, irrigation systems, and surrounding grounds. Additional responsibilities include preparing and maintaining baseball and softball fields for practices, games, tournaments, and special events, including the Little League Baseball World Series. The Landscape & Sports Turf Technician will work closely with the Facilities team and other departments to ensure Little League's complexes remain safe, attractive, and welcoming throughout the year.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or a related field.
Ability to safely operate and maintain landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining safe, attractive, and professional-quality facilities.
Strong organizational, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Willingness to obtain necessary pesticide application licenses.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Availability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and extended hours during tournaments, special events, or emergencies.
Willingness to travel occasionally to Little League Regional tournaments and off-site events.
Commitment to supporting Little League's mission and providing a positive experience for players, families, volunteers, and visitors.
PA Criminal Background Check
PA Child Abuse History Clearance
FBI Criminal History with Fingerprints

Nice To Haves

Degree in horticulture, turf management, agronomy, or a related field preferred.
Previous sports turf management or athletic field maintenance experience preferred.
Knowledge of landscaping practices, plant care, soil maintenance, irrigation systems, and pest management.
Familiarity with baseball and softball field preparation, including mowing patterns, field lining, and infield grooming, preferred.

Responsibilities

Plants, prunes, and maintains trees, shrubs, flowers, and ornamental plants.
Maintains landscaped areas through mulching, edging, weeding, trimming, and general grounds beautification.
Assists with designing and improving landscaped areas to enhance appearance, safety, and sustainability.
Monitors soil conditions and irrigation needs and assists with maintaining and repairing irrigation systems.
Performs seasonal grounds maintenance, including leaf removal, snow and ice removal, and storm cleanup.
Maintains clean, safe, and visually appealing outdoor spaces throughout Little League's facilities.
Assists with maintaining high-quality baseball and softball playing surfaces for practices, games, tournaments, and televised events.
Performs field preparation duties, including mowing, aeration, field lining, infield grooming, and other game-day preparations.
Assists with turf maintenance and repair, including reseeding, sodding, topdressing, and pest management.
Monitors field conditions to ensure safe, consistent, and game-ready playing surfaces.
Provides on-site sports turf support at Little League Regional tournaments and other events, including field transitions and preparation.
Collaborates with Facilities and event staff to support field maintenance and tournament operations.
Operates and maintains landscaping and sports turf equipment, including mowers, robotic mowers, tractors, and utility vehicles.
Performs routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs.
Uses tools, machinery, and materials safely and follows appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Assists with maintaining buildings, walkways, stadiums, and other public areas.
Supports facility setup and breakdown for clinics, meetings, tournaments, and special events.
Handles fertilizers, pesticides, and other materials in accordance with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and codes.