Grounds Superintendent

Verdant Bridge Group; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Verdant Bridge Group is seeking a Grounds Superintendent to oversee field operations, agronomics, and facility upkeep at a premier multi-field venue in Franklin, WI. You will manage six fields, combining synthetic infields with natural grass outfields, and drive quality across all surfaces.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strategic planning, and a record of mentoring a grounds team for game and non-game days. Midwest relocation is encouraged, with focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years in sports turf management or golf course agronomics.
• Experience with synthetic turf upkeep and natural grass management.
• Familiar with Hunter web/Hydrawise irrigation control panels.
• Willing to relocate to the Midwest.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily upkeep and multi-surface care for 6 fields (4 full-size, 2 youth).
• Balance synthetic infield grooming with natural grass agronomics.
• Program, monitor, and troubleshoot irrigation via Hunter ResCom panels.
• Manage complex facilities including mowing, landscaping, and cleaning logistics.
• Lead, train, and mentor assistant superintendent, interns, and staff.
• Coordinate field turnarounds during weekend tournaments.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Field maintenance planning

Irrigation system management

Tools

Hunter ResCom irrigation system

Job description

Our client is a leading national sports complex management organization is seeking a driven, technically skilled Grounds Superintendent to oversee field operations, agronomics, and facility upkeep at a premier multi-field venue in Franklin, WI. Managing 6 baseball fields (synthetic infields paired with natural grass outfields), this role is an ideal advancement opportunity for a high-performing Assistant Superintendent or Lead Specialist ready to take full ownership of a multi-surface complex.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preparation, upkeep, and multi-surface care for 4 full-size and 2 youth baseball fields.
• Balance synthetic turf infield grooming with natural grass outfield agronomics.
• Program, monitor, and troubleshoot an automated 3-controller Hunter ResCom irrigation system via web-based panels.
• Manage full complex infrastructure, including common area mowing, perimeter landscaping, and cleaning crew logistics.
• Lead, train, and mentor a full-time Assistant Superintendent, interns, and game-day grounds staff.
• Coordinate field turnarounds during heavy weekend tournament schedules.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years in Sports Turf Management or Golf Course Agronomics (Assistant Superintendents ready for a Head role are strongly encouraged to apply).
• Strong natural grass agronomy background combined with synthetic turf upkeep experience.
• Direct familiarity with automated Hunter web/Hydrawise irrigation control panels.
• Strong leadership, organizational skills, and open to Midwest relocation.