Assistant Turf Manager / Groundskeeper

Saltdogs; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Saltdogs is seeking a dedicated individual to assist the Athletic Turf Manager in maintaining Hawks Field and Bowlin Stadium. This role involves various turf management tasks, ensuring high standards of maintenance, and offers opportunities for growth within the organization. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and able to work flexible hours during the baseball season.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

PAID Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program

PAID Time Off

On the Job Training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance of a sports environment.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily maintenance of Hawks Field and surrounding landscape.
• Mowing, edging, and aerifying turf.
• Operate turf equipment necessary for maintenance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Education

Associates Degree in Turf Management

Job description

Company Background
Lincoln Saltdogs, a NEBCO Company, is a professional baseball team and member of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball. Since 2001, the Saltdogs have played their home games at Haymarket Park. For more information about Lincoln Saltdogs, visitwww.saltdogs.com . Lincoln Saltdogs is looking for a high performing, results-oriented Individuals to join our team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, hard worker, and reliable. Lincoln Saltdogs has endless opportunities for advancement and growth.

NEBCO, Inc.
NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visitwww.nebcoinc.com .

Position Summary
Responsible for assisting the Athletic Turf Manager in the daily maintenance of Hawks Field, Bowlin Stadium, and surrounding landscape. Learn and assist with the maintenance of the entire facility in accordance with set standards. Must abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely.

Starting Salary
$38,000-$45,000 annually *DOE

Essential Duties & Responsibilitiesinclude, but are not limited to, the following:

• Mowing, edging and aerifying turf
• Applications of Granular fertilizer and pesticides
• Maintenance of clay surfaces
• Maintenance of warning track
• Irrigation maintenance and repair
• Operate turf equipment necessary for turf maintenance
• Assists manager in overseeing and delegating tasks to grounds crews

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree in turf management or related field; and
• Previous experiencein maintenance of a sports and/or recreational environment; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Certificates, Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License

Skills and Abilities

• Ability tooccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• High degree of attention to detail
• Able to work 60+ hours a week during the busy season, including evenings or weekends, coinciding with the Lincoln Saltdogs baseball season schedule
• Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off
• PAID Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment
Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with fit for employment screening (if required) are conditions of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.