What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ballpark Operations position at Worcester Red Sox?
About the Organization
It is our goal to promote the game of baseball, America's national pastime, and expose the maximum amount of people to the wonderful and exciting environment that is created at a ballpark. We will achieve this goal by employing the best staff in professional baseball and offering the best service to our fans, guests, and partners. As an organization, we are dedicated to this mission, and we will strive for nothing short of achieving these goals.
Description
Reports To: Facilities Director/Events Manager
Department/Group: Ballpark Operations and Facilities
Position Type: Part-time, Seasonal
Overview:
Polar Park serves as home to the Worcester Red Sox, Triple-A Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, while also serving as a year-round multi-purpose venue for a range of private and public events, including weddings, fundraisers, festivals, concerts, and more. Polar Park Facilities/Operations Crew Members will serve a crucial role in the management of the facility. This group of individuals will serve as the team that ensures Polar Park is appropriately prepped for all Worcester Red Sox home games, as well as special events.
Role and Responsibilities:
It is our goal to promote the game of baseball, America's national pastime, and expose the maximum amount of people to the wonderful and exciting environment that is created at a ballpark. We will achieve this goal by employing the best staff in professional baseball and offering the best service to our fans, guests, and partners. As an organization, we are dedicated to this mission, and we will strive for nothing short of achieving these goals.
Description
Reports To: Facilities Director/Events Manager
Department/Group: Ballpark Operations and Facilities
Position Type: Part-time, Seasonal
Overview:
Polar Park serves as home to the Worcester Red Sox, Triple-A Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, while also serving as a year-round multi-purpose venue for a range of private and public events, including weddings, fundraisers, festivals, concerts, and more. Polar Park Facilities/Operations Crew Members will serve a crucial role in the management of the facility. This group of individuals will serve as the team that ensures Polar Park is appropriately prepped for all Worcester Red Sox home games, as well as special events.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Support the Polar Park Facilities/Operations departments in event set up and break down of gameday equipment/event equipment primarily consists of 6’ round tables, linens, conference chairs, stanchions, bike racks, stage risers, podiums, etc.
- Support the facility operations department in ballpark-wide operational tasks in preparation for Worcester Red Sox home games (resetting furniture, placing stanchions, etc.)
- Clean and power wash the ballpark following each Worcester Red Sox home game, paying special attention to the seating bowl area
- Remove trash and recycled products
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Characteristics:
- Must be at least 18-years-old
- Must take direction promptly and pay attention to detail, while executing tasks as assigned
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced working environment
- Collaborate constructively with a team of peers
- Ability to solve problems independently
- Ability to frequently move event furniture up to 50 pounds around the ballpark site
- Ability to work flexible hours throughout the year, including late nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Skills:
- Bilingual, multilingual, and/or fluent in ASL
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.
