JOB SUMMARY:

The Salt Lake Bees, AAA affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels and home to the University of Utah Baseball team, are seeking the ideal candidate to fill the role of Seasonal Assistant Groundskeeper for the 2022 season. The position is hourly with ample opportunity for overtime that will span from the beginning of March to November. The hire will work in collaboration with the Director, Senior Manager, and Manager of Field Operations in all aspects of maintaining the playing surface for the Salt Lake Bees, the University of Utah, and all other on-field events.

*All full-time and part-employees of (Company) are required to be fully vaccinated (fully vaccinated is defined as two weeks after your final dose). Mandatory vaccinations support our commitment to making our workplace and public facilities as safe and welcoming as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals who are not able to get the vaccine due to qualifying medical or religious reasons.*

OBJECTIVE:

This position will provide valuable education and hands-on experience for someone pursuing a career in the sports turf industry as well as supporting the hire to further develop the essential skills needed to advance both personally and professionally.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively assist in managing and training part-time employees in everyday tasks
• Assist with all day-to-day practices concerning the turf, skin, mound, plate, bullpens, warning track, fertilizer application, etc.
• Successfully operate machinery essential to promote proper field management such as rollers, plate compactors, carts, tractors, etc.
• Other duties as assigned based on the hire’s growth and proficiencies
• Embrace a culture of diversity and inclusion where guests and team members feel welcomed, valued, and heard
• Enrich lives by creating winning experiences and timeless memories
• Operate with an emphasis on safety for employees, teams, and guests

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High level of motivation to learn and advance in the sports turf industry.
• Ability to complete assigned duties in an efficient manner according to the standards set by the Director of Field Operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Bees management, coaches, event staff, and coworkers.
• Capability to work long hours during homestands, non-baseball events, holidays, etc.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs and work in a physically active environment with periods of walking, standing, lifting, and running.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communicates effectively – Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Action oriented – Takes on new opportunities and rough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures accountability – Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives results – Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.

The Smith Entertainment Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Smith Entertainment Group reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.