Stadium Operations - Sports Turf Specialist

TITLE:  Sports Turf Specialist, Stadium

DEPARTMENT:  Stadium Operations 
REPORTS TO:  Grounds Supervisor

FLSA:  Full-time Hourly; Non-Exempt 

WHAT SETS YOU APART  

Are you a self-motivated individual with physical stamina? Do you love the outdoors and maintaining aesthetically pleasing outdoor space? If so, our Sports Turf Specialist role could be for you. You will be responsible for mowing, fertilization, edging, irrigation troubleshooting and repair, top dressing, aerating, painting, sodding, and record keeping for the Inter.co Stadium. You will get a chance to use a variety of practical skills which are valuable and essential to the overall Club.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist with all operations of field maintenance at Inter.co Stadium to include painting, mowing, irrigation, aerification, chemical application and any special projects as needed 

• Proactively identify turf grass diseases, weeds, pests, and work with Director of Turf & Grounds and Grounds Supervisor to take corrective action as needed 

• Assist in equipment and irrigation repair and maintenance 

• Work MLS games, NWSL games and third party events based on business needs 

• Create and maintain good working relationships with all MLS and NWSL coaches and soccer operations staff 

• Participate in procuring equipment and supplies as needed for the facility 

• Provide coverage at the training facilities as needed 

• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS  

It’s never just a job at Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride.  It’s a way of life. We live and breathe soccer and entertainment. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it. To join our team, you will also possess these qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Turf Grass Science, Horticulture, or related field preferred. 

• 1-3 years of grounds maintenance related work experience in soccer 

• Candidate should possess or have the ability to obtain the Florida Commercial Pesticide Applicator License. 

• Ability to operate turf related equipment (i.e., tractors, mowers, aerifiers, field paint machine). 

• Possess excellent written/verbal communication skills, be detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and adapt to change. 

• Ability to resolve concerns expeditiously and independently. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). 

• Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required. 

• Experience with hosting field events including sporting and concerts, using various field protection systems is a plus. 

• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time and in various weather conditions. 

• Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. 

• Ability to walk and stand for short periods of time. 

• The ability to attain and maintain Safesport certification. 

• The ability to pass a background screening.