What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Crew position at Peoria Chiefs?
Job Description:
Assist in the overall appearance and maintenance of the field. Work outdoors in all conditions. The positions are seasonal part-time to seasonal full-time. Seeking applicants that are available March-October. Internships are accepted.
Job Duties:
The obligations related to this position will be to aid the head groundskeeper in all turf management and baseball related maintenance. This includes but not limited to mowing; preparing the skin, mound and plate areas; edging; sod replacement; tarp handling; applying fertilizer and pesticide; tearing down and setting up batting practice equipment; and all other duties that may arise.
Requirements/Abilities:
Assist in the overall appearance and maintenance of the field. Work outdoors in all conditions. The positions are seasonal part-time to seasonal full-time. Seeking applicants that are available March-October. Internships are accepted.
Job Duties:
The obligations related to this position will be to aid the head groundskeeper in all turf management and baseball related maintenance. This includes but not limited to mowing; preparing the skin, mound and plate areas; edging; sod replacement; tarp handling; applying fertilizer and pesticide; tearing down and setting up batting practice equipment; and all other duties that may arise.
Requirements/Abilities:
- All potential candidates should be interested in turf management.
- Although not necessary, extra consideration will be provided to individuals that are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a sports turf related field of study.
- Any past work related experience within the industry is also preferred, but not required.
Candidates should also be able to:
- Work very long hours including nights, weekends and holidays
- Work well with others and follow directions; Be able to construct original ideas and put them to use in a safe way
- Lift over 50Lbs and work in adverse weather conditions
- Must be dependable, hardworking, and able to communicate efficiently.
Compensation/Benefits:
- $12/hour. Overtime Eligible
- Opportunity to learn a different approach to maintaining a professional field
Start Date:
April-September. The start date will be somewhat flexible if school classes overlap.
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