What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Groundskeeper position at Myrtle Beach Pelicans?
Who are the Myrtle Beach Pelicans?
We are the Class-A Affiliate of the Chicago Cubs and are located less than a mile from the beautiful white sand beaches that stretch for 60 miles along the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach hosts 20,000,000 visitors annually and the destination consistently ranks among the best in the country. The Pelicans are entering their 26th season in Myrtle Beach and play at beautiful Pelicans Ballpark.
Myrtle Beach Pelicans Awards & Accolades
- #1 MiLB Single-A Ballpark Experience for 6th Consecutive Year (Stadium Journey Magazine, 2024)
- 2020 Community Award Winner (SC Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel)
- 2015 Bob Freitas Class A-Advanced Award Winner (Baseball America)
- Carolina League Excellence in Marketing & Promotions Award
- Top 5 Myrtle Beach Attraction (TripAdvisor)
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Recipient
- Franchise Sellout Record (15)
- Franchise Record for Average Nightly Attendance (4,197)
- Back-to-Back Carolina League Champions (2015 & 2016)
Do you want to be a SUPERSTAR?
In most every industry you'll find people who are content with where they are. However, you'll also find people who have the drive, will and determination to keep getting better every single day. With the Myrtle Beach Pelicans we pride ourselves on hiring those types of people in every department. Under the leadership of the Greenberg Sports Group, we want to hire stars that will become superstars in the sports industry and have the track record to prove it. After you've established yourself as an operations expert we'll want to promote you here or you'll have opportunities within Greenberg Sports Group. If you are interested in becoming a SUPERSTAR, then you've come to the right place.
Overview:
The Assistant Head Groundskeeper will work in conjunction with the Head Groundskeeper to ensure a safe and aesthetically please professional baseball field. As a student of the industry, you will learn best management practices for hybrid Bermuda grasses, the high-performance infield skin, and other clay areas.
In your role, you will also have the opportunity to oversee a contingency of part-time staff in preparation of Myrtle Beach Pelicans’ baseball games, as well as potential concerts, regional showcases, and other community outreach events. It is our goal to prepare you to advance your turfgrass career in the sports and entertainment industry.
Responsibilities:
- Daily planning and maintenance of field operations and events
- Clay repairs – the infield skin, mounds and home plate, and the warning track
- Cultural practices – mowing, aeration, topdressing, verticutting, and fertilizing
- Basic equipment operation and maintenance
- Tarp handling and inclement weather
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Sports turf management education and experience, preferred
- A professional work ethic with strong attention to detail and the desire to learn
- Effective communication skills across various levels and backgrounds
- Charismatic team player with the ability to perform well in high-stress situations
- The ability to lift, push/pull 75 lbs, and work long, unconventional hours
Compensation:
- $15/hour Overtime
- Roommate matching available upon request
How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and references to:
Jordan Barr, Head Groundskeeper
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
1251 21st Ave N
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Or via e-mail to jbarr@myrtlebeachpelicans.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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