Field Operations Assistant

Indianpapolis Indians; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Indians is seeking an intern to provide high-level support for the Field Operations Department in Indianapolis, IN. The internship runs March 1, 2027 to October 29, 2027, with 40+ hours per week including home games and public events.

Starting pay is $12 per hour. Duties include assisting daily operations, clay and turf work, irrigation, equipment maintenance, and event support. Candidates must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a two- or four-year college program.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a two- or four-year college program.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Highly self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily aspects of the Field Operations.
• Clay work including infield skin, mounds, home plates, and warning track.
• Turf work including fertilizer and pesticide application, mowing, and edging.
• All cultural practices – mowing, aerification, irrigation, topdressing, slicing, deep tine, etc.
• Basic equipment maintenance.
• Irrigation scheduling and repair.
• Wear management.
• Tarp handling and weather situations.
• Assist with all extra events which may include baseball events, softball games, football, corporate events, and concerts.
• Inventory management.
• Outside landscaping and irrigation repair.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

People skills

Self-motivated

Baseball field maintenance

Education

Two- or four-year college program

Job description

Reports to: Field Operations Coordinator
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Status: Internship, Exempt

Dates: March 1, 2027 – October 29, 2027
Hours: 40+ hours per week in addition to Indians home games and public events
Pay: Starting at $12 per hour

Position Summary
Provide high level of support for the Indianapolis Indians Field Operations Department.

Essential Functions

• Assist in daily aspects of the Field Operations
• Specific duties shall include, but not be limited to:
• Clay work including infield skin, mounds, home plates, and warning track
• Turf work including fertilizer and pesticide application, mowing, and edging
• All cultural practices – mowing, aerification, irrigation, topdressing, slicing, deep tine, etc.
• Basic equipment maintenance
• Irrigation scheduling and repair
• Wear management
• Tarp handling and weather situations
• Assist with all extra events which may include baseball events, softball games, football, corporate events, and concerts
• Inventory management
• Outside landscaping and irrigation repair
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
Candidate must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a two or four-year college program. Individual should have strong communication and people skills, a high attention to detail, and a tremendous desire to learn. Must be highly self-motivated. Baseball field maintenance background is preferred but NOT required

Skills & Abilities

• Honesty/confidentiality and strong attention to detail & accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a stressful environment
• Ingenuity to take on or create new projects
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work up to 14 hours per day and up to 80 hours per week (in-season)

About the Indianapolis Indians
The Indianapolis Indians are the professional Triple-A baseball club affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. In continuous operation since 1902, the organization believes in creating affordable and memorable experiences for fans so they can grow closer together with family, friends, and the community through the game of baseball. The Indians play their home games at Victory Field, a 13,750-seat ballpark located in downtown Indianapolis and White River State Park. The venue opened in 1996 and has received numerous national accolades as one of the best minor league ballparks in the United States. The team has led Minor League Baseball in combined total attendance over the past 14 seasons. In 2018, the organization was recognized as Ballpark Digest Team of the Year. It was also named a 2019 Best Places to Work by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.