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Houston Astros · 1 month ago

Field Operations Coordinator

Fayetteville, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Houston Astros are seeking a Field Operations Coordinator to join their team. This role is essential for maintaining the professional baseball playing surface and ensuring it meets Major League standards, while also overseeing the grounds crew and various maintenance tasks.

BaseballSporting GoodsSports

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Ensure that playing surface is always in optimal condition for professional baseball events including daily infield maintenance

Assist in the oversight of the mowing, fertilizing, treating and maintenance of both the grass areas of the ballpark as well as the infield areas

Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations with regards to the application of fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides

Ensure that the field is fully prepared and ready to use on game day – free from irregularities in all playing surfaces that may pose safety issues for the players

Assist in oversight of game day preparations of the field, ensuring appropriate precautions and actions are taken in the event of inclement weather conditions

Hire, train, and evaluate field operations staff

Proficient in the use and troubleshooting of mowers, tractors, irrigation systems, fertilizer and chemical applicators, and other equipment used in maintaining the field

In the absence of the Manager of Field Operations, this position shall be required to perform all field activities, supervise field operations staff, and effectively communicate with front office employees

Qualification

Field management experienceTurf maintenance knowledgePesticide licenseSupervisory experienceEquipment troubleshootingMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Ability to direct and lead an assigned seasonal Field Operations staff

Minimum of 2 years+ experience in professional and collegiate sports field management

Proven history of successful sod installation work on short timeframes

High-school diploma/equivalent required

Over two years of experience in turf maintenance, with a comprehensive knowledge of related supplies, materials, equipment, and the management of a sports complex or stadium

Strong understanding of turf maintenance practices and principles

1+ years supervisory experience in similar capacity

Pesticide license in turf/ornamental landscaping

Turf 3L Pesticide license

Excellent organizational, oral & written communication skills

Strong work ethic, desire to excel and willingness to learn

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to lift/move/carry items weighing up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis

Ability to lift/move items weighing up to 75 lbs. on an occasional basis

Ability to use/operate typical grounds keeping hand tools, implements, and power tools on a regular basis, for long periods of time

Ability to work in a hands-on position in all weather extremes for extended periods of time

Employee is regularly required to talk or hear

Employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms

Employee will be required to carry and move packages up to 75 lbs

Preferred

Knowledge of IPM (Integrated Pest Management)

College degree preferred

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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