Overview

Under general supervision of the Director of Fields & Grounds, the Field Crew will assist in the overall field maintenance including all playing surfaces, and stadium grounds. This is part time, year-round position.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $18 to $20.00.

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the field preparation for Concerts, Events, Soccer, San Diego State Football, and other College Athletics.
• Organization and cleanliness of the grounds shop.
• Be available for all Painting days.
• Preparation for games and other stadium events.
• Field cleanup and repair following games.
• Operation of grounds equipment.
• Set up and removal of grow and rain tarps.
• Ability to use focus on a speaker using verbal and non-verbal clues to understand their message, comprehend the information and respond thoughtfully.
• Creative and innovative; the ability to see alternatives and solutions.
• Ability to achieve planned objectives through completing relevant tasks and focus.
• Ability to work potential overnight field conversions & concerts

Qualifications

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• One or more years of working in the turfgrass industry.
• Experience working in professional sports or for a college/university preferred.
• Follow explicit oral and written instructions; communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
• The ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• The ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Effectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.