Head Grounds & Field Operations Manager

Genesis Distribution; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Vero Beach, FL, is hiring a Manager, Grounds to lead daily grounds operations for multiple fields and facilities. You will direct staff, schedule workloads, and ensure safe, event-ready surfaces year-round.

The role demands strong leadership and hands-on turf management expertise. Responsibilities include supervising the Field Mechanic and coordinating with Operations, Athletics, and Event Planning to deliver top-quality practice and game surfaces, turf

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum five years of progressive grounds management experience, with leadership roles.
• CSFM or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Experience maintaining baseball/softball surfaces; irrigation, drainage, and turf care knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily grounds operations and develop annual, seasonal, and daily work plans.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate grounds staff and contractors.
• Supervise maintenance of golf-cart fleet and field equipment; ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinate with departments to prepare facilities for events and programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervisory experience

Grounds maintenance

Safety compliance

Budget management

Communication

Scheduling

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in turfgrass management

CSFM certification or equivalent

Tools

Work-order systems

Spreadsheet software

Scheduling tools

Email proficiency

Job description

The Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Vero Beach, FL, is hiring a Manager, Grounds to lead daily grounds operations for multiple fields and facilities. You will direct staff, schedule workloads, and ensure safe, event-ready surfaces year-round.

The role demands strong leadership and hands-on turf management expertise. Responsibilities include supervising the Field Mechanic and coordinating with Operations, Athletics, and Event Planning to deliver top-quality practice and game surfaces, turf