Grounds & Turf Operations Assistant

Genesis Distribution; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Columbus Clingstones, the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, seek an Assistant, Field Operations to support Synovus Park maintenance for all home games and other events. This hands-on role offers experience in professional baseball groundskeeping, agronomic practices, and irrigation systems, with opportunities to advance within Minor League Baseball operations.

Ideal candidates bring passion for sports turf, readiness to learn, and the ability to work long hours outdoors.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication required.
• Experience managing collegiate or professional baseball grounds preferred.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work long and irregular hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to aid in the field maintenance of Synovus Park.
• Assist in the preparation of Synovus Park for home games, high school/college games, and other events.
• Assist in implementing agronomic practices like aerification, topdressing, overseeding, verticutting.
• Perform clay maintenance on mounds, home plate, infield skin, and warning track areas.
• Assist in irrigation repairs and system tuning.
• Learn tarp management during varying weather situations.
• Collaborate with Front Office and Stadium Ops for large events such as concerts/festivals.
• Supervise and coordinate daily groundskeeping operations; hire, train, and mentor staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Columbus Clingstones, the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, seek an Assistant, Field Operations to support Synovus Park maintenance for all home games and other events. This hands-on role offers experience in professional baseball groundskeeping, agronomic practices, and irrigation systems, with opportunities to advance within Minor League Baseball operations.

Ideal candidates bring passion for sports turf, readiness to learn, and the ability to work long hours outdoors.