Groundskeeper - Full Time

Position Summary:

Under general supervision from the Assistant Head Groundskeeper, participates in the maintenance of sports fields, groundskeeping and related work as required.

Roles and Responsibility:

• Assist in the daily maintenance of the stadium field, The Home Depot Backyard and stadium grounds.
• Participates in the operation and care of field and grounds equipment
• Participates in the operation and maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems as directed.
• Participates in all types of sports field maintenance labor such as:
  • Mowing/grooming
  • Synthetic & Natural Grass Cultural/Maintenance Practices
  • Painting/Paint Removal
  • Field layout
• Participates in the operation and maintenance of equipment such as:
  • Carts
  • Tractors
  • P-Rex Paint removers
  • Mowers
  • 2-Cycle Equipment
  • Topdressers
  • Skid steers
  • Fork lifts
• Participates in Inclement Weather readiness and execution.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Assist other departments as required.

Qualification and Education/Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from high school. College degree & stadium/grounds experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain OSHA required Forklift Certification within 90 days of hire date. One (1) year experience in forklift operation preferred.
• Ability to learn and operate equipment related to the grounds industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift 30+ pounds and ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.

Required Skills and Abilities:

The characteristics listed below are representative of those that the employee must be able to successfully perform as part of the essential functions of this position.

• Working knowledge of field and grounds maintenance (natural grass & synthetic); working general knowledge of tools, supplies, equipment used in the maintenance of sports turf, stadiums and similar.

• Working knowledge of basic computer skills
• Considerable knowledge of equipment operating principals and procedures. Considerable knowledge of hazards and safety precautions relating to equipment operation, loading and unloading of materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and vendors.
• Ability to identify necessary equipment maintenance and repair; follow standard safety practice and procedures common to equipment operation work; follow written and verbal instruction; and to maintain accurate records with basic knowledge of mathematical conversions.

Tools & Equipment Required for Job Function:

• Phone, grounds equipment, radio, forklift, vehicles, and other equipment pertaining to this position

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Work Environment:

• Ability to work and withstand extreme weather conditions (rain, high temperatures/heat, cold, etc.)
• Ability to work non-traditional work hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

About Field & Grounds at Mercedes Benz Stadium:

Mercedes Benz Stadium is in the heart of Atlanta. The Field & Grounds department maintains the 40-acre property including the stadium synthetic surface (FieldTurf’s CORE) and the Home Depot Backyard (4.5acres of sand-based TifTuf Bermudagrass). Mercedes Benz Stadium and The Home Depot Backyard are home to the Atlanta Falcons, the 2018 MLS Cup Champions Atlanta United, the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, the SEC Championship Game, the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl and the 2020 NCAA Final Four. Mercedes Benz Stadium and The Home Depot Backyard also play host to several additional events and concerts throughout the year.