What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Staff - Grounds Crew position at Omaha Storm Chasers?
Title: Grounds
Department: Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Head Groundskeeper
Game Day Responsibilities:
Game Day Responsibilities:
- Assists with the maintenance and repair of the playing field that includes, but is not limited to turf (mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, over-seeding, discovery/control of weeds, insects, and diseases) and dirt (infield skin, baselines, home plate, pitcher’s mound, bullpens, warning track) management
- Assist with the preparation of the playing field for pre-game batting practice by setting up cage, screens, mats, and protective field covers
- Assist with preparation of the playing field for game use by grooming field, chalking base path foul lines, painting outfield foul lines, marking coaching boxes
- Assists with maintaining all turf and landscaped areas in and outside the stadium grounds
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
- Prior turf maintenance or grounds keeping experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for organizational business
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Operate and maintain all equipment in a safe manner and keep in excellent working condition
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Regular and predictable attendance required
- Ability and willingness to work varied and long hours including nights and weekends
Working Conditions:
This job operates in an environment located at a ballpark. This job may require long periods of standing. This job occasionally requires light lifting and moving of fixtures. Performance of this job may require exposure to extreme weather conditions.
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.
