Grounds Crew Lead

Summary

LEGENDS GLOBAL, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an immediate opening for a Full-Time Grounds Crew Lead for LEGENDS Global in Stockton, CA who is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the ballpark field maintenance and all aspects facility needs regarding sports use of the facility.  Ensures that all field preparation is scheduled and facilitated; grounds crew is trained properly; equipment is maintained and repairs and irrigation; materials are purchased and used within allocated budgets.  Assists in overseeing general sports field related facility maintenance; and proper delivery of event-related services. Performs the following duties personally or through a subordinate:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist Head Groundskeeper in the supervision of employees while performing landscape and maintenance duties at Stockton Ballpark.
• Execute landscape duties on and around the ballpark field and facility, and Arena exterior sidewalks.
• Lead grounds crew activities and tasks on game day for team’s needs before, during, and after games.
• Schedules, coordinates and supervises / monitors general maintenance of facility.
• Trouble shoot irrigation system for problem areas, and make repairs when malfunctions occur.
• Provides technical support, assists with repairs and maintenance of all facility systems and equipment.
• Facilitate Work Order and LEGENDS GLOBAL Maintenance Manager systems.
• Ensure compliance with MLB, MiLB, local, state, and federal ballpark codes.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and costs.
• Follow adherence to CAL OSHA and other applicable safety codes.
• Assist Arena Conversions when needed.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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Supervisory Responsibilities            

Reports to the Head Groundskeeper and directly supervises the Grounds Crew for all field duties. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with LEGENDS GLOBAL's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience      

• Requires a high school diploma/GED.
• Sport Turf Management Degree required.
• 3 years experience in grounds and field maintenanceundefined

Skills and Abilities            

• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
• Working knowledge of operating and maintaining irrigation systems.
• Ability to calibrate and apply liquid/ or granular fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides using most recent horticultural practices.
• Knowledge of maintaining Bermuda grass with cool season turf transitionKnowledge of infield skin maintenance, mound builds, mound/plate patch, along with all other dirt work included to help maintain a safe and professional playing surface.
• Excellent organizational skills.Ability to prioritize and to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic.Ability to work irregular / extended hours, including night and weekend duties is required.
• Be licensed to operate a motor vehicle.

Other Qualifications 

• Ability to work with limited supervision and as a team member.
• Requires ability to work flexible and extended hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires heavy lifting, climbing, carrying, stooping, crawling and equipment operation. The position requires work both indoors and outdoors and is subject to adverse conditions.

Compensation

The hourly pay rate for this position is $25.00 and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above.  They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.  Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Applicants that need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may call 209.373.1470.

Adventist Health Arena

248 W. Fremont St

Stockton, CA 95203

LEGENDS GLOBAL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.  VEVRAA Federal Contractor