Job Fair & Interview Information
Interested candidates are encouraged to attend our in-person Job Fair on Saturday, January 24, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Open interviews will be conducted during the Job Fair.
To be considered for this position, applicants must apply to the role in advance and attend the Job Fair on January 24.
Qualified candidates who attend may be interviewed on-site
Job Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated and energetic Bat Person to support the team by ensuring a smooth and efficient game-day experience. In this role, you will be responsible for handling bats, retrieving equipment, and assisting players and coaches during games. This position is paid an hourly wage, plus is eligible to receive customary gratuities (tips) from players, coaches, and staff. This position requires attention to detail, quick reflexes, and a passion for baseball. This is a part-time, seasonal, game day position.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Retrieve bats, helmets, and other equipment from the field during games.
- Ensure bats, helmets, and other gear are properly organized and available for players.
- Provide baseballs to umpires and assist with foul ball retrieval.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dugout and bullpen areas.
- Assist with pre-game and post-game setup and cleanup.
- Work closely with team staff, players, and coaches to ensure smooth equipment operations.
- Follow all stadium and league safety protocols.
- Functional knowledge of baseball rules, gameplay, and basic equipment
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Capable of lifting and carrying equipment and supplies as needed.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous bat person experience is preferred
- Passion for baseball and understanding of team operations is highly preferred
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop for extended periods, often for the entire duration of a game day (which can exceed 8 hours)
- Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to safely navigate a crowded, busy clubhouse, dugout, and tunnel areas, including ascending/descending stairs, often while carrying items
Work Conditions:
- The role operates primarily in the team clubhouse, dugout, and tunnel areas. The environment is not climate-controlled to the standard of public areas and can be hot, humid, and crowded
- Work hours are heavily dictated by the game schedule, requiring early arrivals for home games, late departures after games, and flexibility for unscheduled work during rain delays, extra innings, or road trip preparations
- You will work near players, coaches, and team personnel, requiring discretion, professionalism, and the ability to work efficiently under time pressure
- You will be working in a professional sports clubhouse where alcohol service and storage are part of standard operations.
Benefits:
- Unique opportunity to work closely with players and team staff.
- Complimentary Durham Bulls branded polo shirt
- Complimentary or discounted game tickets.
- Exciting experience being part of the game-day action!
Pre-Employment Information:
- A pre-employment drug screening is required.
- Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify.
EEO Statement:
Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
CBC Statement:
Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. is a diversified communications company which owns and/or operates
WRAL-TV,
WRAZ-TV,
WRAL-FM,
WRAL-HD2,
WNGT-CD,
WCMC-FM,
WCMC-HD1,
WDNC-AM,
WCMC-HD2,
WCMC-HD3,
WCLY-AM,
WCMC-HD4,
Microspace, and
WRAL Digital in Raleigh, NC;
WILM-TV,
WILT-LD and
Sunrise Broadcasting in Wilmington, NC;
The Durham Bulls Baseball Club,
Bull City Hospitality, and
Coastal Plain League in Durham, NC;
The Holly Springs Salamanders in Holly Springs, NC; the
American Underground startup hub in Durham, NC; and real estate interests including the
American Tobacco Historic District in Durham, NC;
Rocky Mount Mills in Rocky Mount, NC;
MoJud Lofts in Greensboro, NC; and
The Thread in Rock Hill, SC.
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