Grounds Team Member

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking a part-time seasonal Grounds Team Member at the Sandhills Global Youth Complex in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role involves maintaining the sports fields and facilities, ensuring safety and aesthetic appeal for events.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to perform groundskeeping tasks. Responsibilities include preparing fields, minor repairs, and addressing maintenance issues.

Non-standard work hours, including weekends and holidays, are required. Successful candidates must pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or sports field management is preferred.
• Availability to work non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain playing fields for scheduled events.
• Perform minor repairs and report larger maintenance issues.
• Inspect fields and facilities for hazards or damage.

Skills

Ability to operate groundskeeping tools and equipment safely

Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance

Strong communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Sandhills Global Youth Complex

Department: Grounds Team

Reports To: Grounds Manager

Employment Type: Part-Time, Seasonal

Schedule: Varies – may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Work Location: In person

Position Summary

The Grounds Team Member is responsible for the maintenance, care, and preparation of the sports fields, indoor/outdoor facilities, and surrounding grounds. The role ensures that the fields and complex are safe, aesthetically pleasing, and ready for use by athletes and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain playing fields for scheduled events.
• Perform minor repairs and report larger maintenance issues to the manager.
• Remove debris, trash, and litter from fields and surrounding areas.
• Inspect fields and facilities for hazards or damage and address issues promptly.
• Follow safety protocols when using tools and equipment.
• Set up and break down equipment for games, tournaments, and special events.
• Assist with crowd control or parking lot management, as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred or pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or sports field management is preferred.
• Ability to operate groundskeeping tools and equipment safely.
• Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Availability to work non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the event schedule.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a background check is required.
• Must be eligible to work in environments where minors are present.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, talk, or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds occasionally.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to indoor and outdoor conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may become escalated at times.

Equal Opportunity Employment

At Sandhills Global Youth Complex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment that celebrates the talents and perspectives of all individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide opportunities for employment and advancement to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diversity strengthens our community and enriches the experiences of everyone involved in youth baseball and softball.