Ballpark Head Groundskeeper

LEGENDS GLOBAL, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an immediate opening for a Head Groundskeeper for LEGENDS Global in Stockton, CA who is responsible for 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.  Oversee 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 in the supervision of employees while performing landscape and maintenance duties at Stockton Ballpark.
• Help hire, supervise, train, and schedule part-time grounds staff.
• Conduct in-house training programs with part time staff to insure proper usage and operation of all maintenance equipment and complete daily safety checks.
• Schedules, coordinates and supervises / monitors general maintenance of facility.
• Develops an emergency action plan for system malfunctions or breakdowns; develops corrective actions and solutions.
• Complete weekly irrigation system field assessments.  Trouble shoot problem areas, and make repairs when malfunctions occur.
• Provides technical support, oversee and/or assists with repairs and maintenance of all facility systems and equipment.
• Ensure proper utilization of the Work Order and LEGENDS GLOBAL Maintenance Manager systems.
• Plan and execute facility upgrades, renovations, and repairs.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized services.
• Ensure compliance with MLB, MiLB, local, state, and federal ballpark codes.
• Maintain safety standards and conduct risk assessments.
• Implement energy and water savings measures and sustainability initiatives.
• Assist in preparing budgets for maintenance and capital projects.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and costs.
• Ensures adherence to OSHA, NFPA and other applicable safety codes.
• Analyzes needs and plans preventive maintenance programs and upgrades for systems.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities           

Directly supervises employees in the Engineering & Maintenance Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with LEGENDS GLOBAL's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding; disciplining employees in conjunction with Human Resources; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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.
• Sport Management Degree is a plus.
• OSHA safety certification is preferred.

Skills and Abilities            

• At least three (3) years baseball specific grounds maintenance experience.
• 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 transition
• Knowledge 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.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal skills required; ability to interact with all levels of staff including management.
• 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.

Computer Skills  

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have sufficient computer skills to operate BMS / other automated systems.  Applicants should have adequate knowledge of normal business applications such as Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Adobe, et cetera.                  

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 salary range is $70,304 - $80,000.

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