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Houston Astros · 2 months ago

Assistant Director, Field Operations - CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches

West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

The Houston Astros are seeking a highly qualified, energetic professional to assist the Director of Field Operations at the CACTI Park of The Palm Beaches. This role involves managing the facility's operations, including field preparations, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with agricultural laws.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Implement planned fertility and pesticide applications that comply with Florida Department of Agriculture laws for application, handling, and storing of pesticides, under the instruction of the Director of Field Operations

Maintain accurate records of all pesticide and fertilizer applications for athletic fields and landscaped areas

Assist in proper execution of field preparations, including but not limited to: fertilization, pesticide applications, variety of cultural practices, infield dirt surface, warning track upkeep, as well as all pitching mounds and home plate areas

Assists with diagnosing and troubleshooting irrigation related problems

Recruit, train, and effectively supervise staff members

Effectively communicate with Director of Field Operations, stadium personnel, upper management, players and coaches in a professional manner

Ensure that all areas of play are properly prepared for daily workouts and scheduled games

Oversee field tarp placements and ensuring all fields are properly prepared for any adverse weather conditions

Prepare facilities for off-season use by Palm Beach County recreation and other outside groups

Assist with special event operation and setup

Maintain and operate a clean, safe working environment both on the fields and around the grounds shop areas

Properly maintain all field equipment to extend its useful life

Other duties related to facility maintenance as assigned by the Director of Field Operations

Qualification

Turf ManagementPesticide Applicator CertificationGroundskeeping ExperienceIrrigation System RepairSupervisory ExperienceCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Turf Management or related field

Be a State of Florida Certified Pesticide Applicator or have the ability to obtain certification within 6 months

Active member of the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA)

Minimum 3 years' experience as a professional groundskeeper

Minimum 3 years' experience in supervisory role

Experience managing all facets of baseball field maintenance; Including grading, raking, rolling, dragging, and moisture management of infield skin and mowing, watering, fertilizing, verticutting, grooming, brushing, and aerating of turf

Experience diagnosing and repairing irrigation system components

Experience communicating with players, coaches, and team staff

Experience with minor field construction/renovation projects

Ability to work safely for long hours during baseball season in a hands-on role

Preferred

MiLB or MLB experience

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

Paid Sick/Vacation leave

401K

Company

Houston Astros

Houston Astros is a national baseball team that also provides information on scores, schedules, stats, tickets, and team news.

Founded in 1962

Houston, Texas, USA

201-500 employees

https://astros.mlb.com/

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