Principal Labor Crew Chief – Sports/Athletics Field Crew

Chesterfield County • Chesterfield, VA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in implementing an effective, proactive, and detailed management plan for all playing surfaces and common areas of assigned sports fields. Meets with staff daily to assign and review completion of tasks. Works with and trains employees in proper operation of equipment and grounds maintenance methods and procedures. Cross-trains and develops employees for multiple positions. Performs daily field inspections ensuring the safety and quality of the playing surfaces. Develops and maintains working relationships with user groups and other county agencies. Sitting, standing, walking, reaching with arms and hands, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, lifting 50 lbs. or more, pushing, pulling, kneeling, or crouching are all part of this position. Must be able to handle weather related elements such as rain & heat. Performs other work as required. PLEASE NOTE: Must maintain personal mobile technology as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least two years of experience in sports field maintenance
• Two years of supervisory experience
• Solid understanding of both baseball and softball infield care and turf management
• Current certification through VA Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services as a Certified Registered Technician
• Ability to obtain Commercial Applicator Certification in categories 3A (ornamental pest control) and 3B (turf) within one year of employment
• Considerable working knowledge of fertilizers, herbicide and pesticide chemicals
• Sound working knowledge of irrigation systems
• Ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions
• Good knowledge of safety rules/regulations and accident-prevention practices
• Strong work ethic, intense drive, and initiative for quality and customer service
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional problem-solving skills both one-on-one and in group situations
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to prioritize
• Ability to engage and motivate staff
• Basic knowledge of computers and operational software
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required
• Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months.
• Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview.
• Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
• This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of experience in sports field maintenance
• An equivalent combination of training and experience

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing an effective, proactive, and detailed management plan for all playing surfaces and common areas of assigned sports fields.
• Meets with staff daily to assign and review completion of tasks.
• Works with and trains employees in proper operation of equipment and grounds maintenance methods and procedures.
• Cross-trains and develops employees for multiple positions.
• Performs daily field inspections ensuring the safety and quality of the playing surfaces.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with user groups and other county agencies.
• Must be able to handle weather related elements such as rain & heat.
• Performs other work as required.
• Must maintain personal mobile technology as a condition of employment.

What This Job Offers

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