torontobluejays

torontobluejays

Manager of Grounds - TD Ballpark

Dunedin, Florida · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
SpringAccessibilityLeadershipCommunicationTime ManagementOSHAAgronomy

About the role

  • This role is responsible for delivering Major League-caliber playing conditions and ensuring that the ballpark grounds remain safe, professional, and visually outstanding year-round.
  • This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for turf management, clay areas, irrigation systems, equipment programs, weather response, game preparation, and staff supervision.
  • Irrigation, Drainage, and Environmental Systems Oversee all irrigation systems, including scheduling, repairs, inspections, and water management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and mentor grounds crew members while fostering a positive and professional workplace culture.
  • Create daily staff scheduled and manage real time job assignments based on field usage and operational needs.
  • Maintain all turf grass through mowing, edging, aeration, fertilization, overseeding, pest/disease management, and moisture control.
  • Maintain the infield skin, pitcher's mound, home plate, bullpens, warning track, and all clay areas to both professional and MLB baseball standards.
  • Manage tarp deployment and weather-related decisions for field protection.
  • Monitor and maintain drainage systems to prevent flooding and ensure optimal playability.
  • Implement a shop maintenance program covering safety procedures, cleaning, organization, and parts inventory.
  • Manage pre and post-game field tasks, including grooming, chalking, painting lines, BP setup, and placement of mats, screens, and field covers.
  • Maintain detailed logs of field conditions, maintenance activities, equipment usage, and chemical applications.

Requirements

  • 5 years of experience managing and working on athletic fields, golf courses, or high-end commercial landscape.
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work outdoors in Florida climate conditions.
  • Proficiency in operating professional turf equipment such as mowers, rollers, gators, and utility vehicles.
  • Florida Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain).

Nice to have

  • 3-5+ years of supervisory or management experience in a fast-paced environment preferred.
  • 2 or 4-year turf management, agronomy, horticulture, or related degree - preferred.

Compensation

  • Develop annual, monthly, and daily maintenance plans for all ballpark outdoor spaces.
  • Maintain inventory of materials and tools, order supplies in accordance with the annual maintenance budget.

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