Athletic Field Operations Manager

HES; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

HES Facilities Management seeks a Grounds/Sports Fields Manager to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and staff for all athletic fields within the District. You will ensure high-quality field conditions, safe operations, and effective communication with client staff and contractors.

This role requires strong leadership, field-maintenance expertise, and the ability to manage budgets and schedules while complying with safety regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Associate1s or Bachelor3s degree in Horticulture or related field with 5 years supervisory experience.
• OR 10 years athletic field management experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Virginia Pesticide License in Turf, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Virginia Commercial Fertilizer Applicator License, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong knowledge of athletic field maintenance practices and equipment.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct/perform daily athletic field maintenance operations including mowing, painting, irrigation maintenance, field repairs, infield dragging, aeration, overseeding, and chemical applications.
• Conduct regular field inspections and maintain safe, playable conditions.
• Monitor labor hours, material purchases, and grounds maintenance budgets.
• Supervise crew leaders and hourly employees, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain preventive maintenance programs for grounds equipment.
• Coordinate with client staff regarding field operations and special events.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with client safety standards.
• Maintain daily operational logs and all required chemical, fertilizer, seed, and safety documentation.
• Conduct safety training and maintain SDS records in compliance with regulations.
• Interpret specifications, manuals, blueprints, and schematic drawings related to grounds equipment and systems.
• Follow all company, client, and regulatory policies and procedures.

Skills

Athletic field maintenance knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Recordkeeping

Math skills

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Horticulture or related field

10 years athletic field management with supervisory experience

Job description

HES Facilities Management seeks a Grounds/Sports Fields Manager to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and staff for all athletic fields within the District. You will ensure high-quality field conditions, safe operations, and effective communication with client staff and contractors.

This role requires strong leadership, field-maintenance expertise, and the ability to manage budgets and schedules while complying with safety regulations and company policies.