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The Head Groundskeeper supports the daily maintenance, care, and preparation of the playing surfaces at both Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Historic Durham Athletic Park. Working closely under the supervision of the Director of Field Operations, this role helps ensure that both facilities meet professional baseball standards and remain safe, playable, and visually exceptional throughout the season.
This position assists in all aspects of field maintenance, including turf management, irrigation, fertilization, edging, and infield and mound preparation. The Head Groundskeeper also helps oversee equipment upkeep, drainage systems, and supply inventories, while supporting staffing, training, and event preparation for games and special events.
Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for sports turf management. This is a hands-on, team-oriented position that plays a vital role in creating a world-class experience for players, coaches, and fans alike.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Field Maintenance and Preparation:
- Assist with overseeing the daily maintenance and care of the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Historic Durham Athletic Park playing field and adjacent areas.
- Follow direction provided for maintaining all field preparations, including but not limited to turf management, fertilization, edging, base area, home plate and mound preparation, warning track maintenance, bullpens and infield surface maintenance.
- Work with Director of Field Operations to coordinate timelines for comprehensive in-season and off-season field maintenance.
- Responsible for the assisting in the maintenance and repair of the playing field at Durham Bulls Athletic Park that includes, but is not limited to turf (mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, over-seeding, discovery/control of weeds, insects, and diseases) and Soil (infield skin, baselines, home plate, pitchers’ mound, bullpens, warning track) management.
- Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the playing field at Historic Durham Athletic Park that includes, but is not limited to turf (mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, over-seeding, discovery/control of weeds, insects, and diseases) and Soil (infield skin, baselines, home plate, pitchers’ mound, bullpens, warning track) management.
Systems Maintenance
- Assist with maintenance of all equipment to extend the useful life to minimize repair and replacement costs.
- Maintain clean and tidy grounds and grounds shed area at the Historic Durham Athletic Park and Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
- Monitor and manage field drainage systems to prevent flooding and ensure playable conditions at Historic Durham Athletic Park.
- Maintain inventory of groundskeeping supplies and materials at Historic Durham Athletic Park and assist at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Game Day & Special Events
- Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of seasonal staff.
- Maintain staffing levels consistent with Durham Bulls standards while always ensuring staffing costs remain on budget.
- Responsible for setting up the field for all team practices, outside baseball games, and special events held on the field.
- Responsible for overseeing tarp teams.
- Oversee field set-up, protection and restoration efforts for non-baseball events.
Administrative & Miscellaneous
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in groundskeeping and field maintenance.
- Assist Stadium Operations team with various stadium projects during off season down time.
- Other duties as assigned by Director of Field Operations.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional baseball experience in turf management.
- Turfgrass degree or certification from a program of 2 years or more.
- Working knowledge of turf equipment and athletic field procedures.
- Knowledge of hybrid Bermuda turf diseases and culture, including overseeding, top dressing and sod repair.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Valid NC Pesticide License must be obtained within six months of employment.
Preferred Skills
- Positive attitude and team player.
- Experience managing seasonal staff.
Work Conditions: The work conditions and characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- This position requires working outdoors in unpredictable weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind, necessitating the ability to adapt to changing environmental factors and wear appropriate protective gear as needed.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Benefits package including:
- Comprehensive health insurance plan options
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Company sponsored life insurance
- Numerous voluntary benefit options – legal plans, pet insurance, discounted home and auto and more!
- 401K with company match
- Generous paid time off
- 9 paid company holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment with a supportive team culture.
- Exciting projects and growth opportunities within a leading organization.
- Opportunities to attend free local events, such as sporting events, concerts, shows, and more.
Pre-Employment Information:
- A pre-employment drug screening is required.
- Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify.
- Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. However, completing the WOTC questionnaire is completely voluntary. Your decision will have absolutely no impact on your hiring chances, and your application WILL be accepted regardless of whether you choose to provide this information or not.
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.
