What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Seasonal Grounds Crew position at Aberdeen IronBirds?
The Aberdeen IronBirds are the High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles owned by Attain Sports, operating in founders Bill Ripken and Cal Ripken, Jr.'s home town. The IronBirds are excited to offer career opportunities for new or experienced sports professionals.
The IronBirds seek seasonal grounds crew members for the upcoming season. Sports Turf Seasonal Grounds Crew will work Ironbirds games and events from April-September. The Sports Turf Seasonal Grounds Crew will shadow, learn from, and assist the Sports Turf Superintendent and employees will perform duties such as, but not limited to:
· Maintain and repair mound and plate areas.
· Perform water/moisture management on mound and plate areas.
· Participate in meetings regarding field use and game day logistic.
· Perform coupler repair and maintenance when necessary.
· Assist the Superintendent in maintaining the synthetic playing surface to a professional level.
· Uphold the Company’s landscape vision by assisting in oversight of outsourced landscape contractors.
· Identify internal and external customer needs and service accordingly with pride and a positive attitude.
· Provide feedback and suggestions to the department as needed.
· Other duties as assigned- our interns assume real responsibilities and play a vital role in our sports turf operations.
A successful candidate for the role will:
· Highly motivated, able to work with others in stressful situations.
· Good written and verbal communication skills
· Aptitude to operate required equipment.
· Ability to work and think independently and act with sound judgment.
· Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays per needs of the business- up to 40 hours per week from April-September (flexible based on school schedule)
- Work as many of the IronBirds’ 66 home games as possible (school schedule permitting) beginning in April and ending in September (Time can extend based on Playoffs)
- Gladly accept any assignment offered to them to gain experience in every aspect of the business of minor league sports.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Frequently walk or stand for extended periods.
- Work outdoors in high or low temperature environments.
· Training will be available
Interested candidates should submit their resume with relevant experience and cover letter (optional) The Aberdeen IronBirds are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants of all backgrounds.